Katherine Dunham Centers for Arts and Humanities
1005 Pennsylvania Avenue, , IL 62201
Museums
The Katherine Dunham Museum houses Miss Dunham’s outstanding collection of symbolic and functional art, including more than 250 African and Caribbean art objects from more than 50 countries.
Tapestries, paintings, sculpture, musical instruments and ceremonial costumes from around the world celebrate the human spirit of the Museum.The museum displays costumes, photographs, programs, letters, awards and mementos from Miss Dunham’s career as a dancer, choreographer, teacher, writer and dance company owner.
What's happening nearby...
Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts presents Thursday Night Laughs
Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts • Jan 29
Grab your friends for a night of the area's top stand-up comedians.
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21st Regional Survey of Art Exhibition in Dixon
The Next Picture Show Community Fine Arts Center • Jan 28 – Jan 31 @ 10AM
A cornerstone of the TNPS calendar, this annual survey celebrates the depth of creativity found throughout the Rock River Valley.
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David Van Delinder Exhibition at The Oregon Coliseum
Jan 28 – Jan 31 @ 10AM
Explore the art of David Van Delinder at the Coliseum Museum’s Lowden Gallery through February 28, featuring traditional and classical works from landscapes to portraits by…
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