Project Onward

Project Onward Bridgeport Art Center | 1200 W. 35th St., 4th Floor (enter from Racine Ave.) (773) 940-2992

Project Onward’s mission: CREATE | CONNECT | INSPIRE CHANGE

• To provide artists with disabilities the opportunity to create their work in a safe, supportive studio environment, with access to work space, materials, and professional guidance;
• To connect artists with disabilities with the arts community and the general public, through the professional exhibition and sale of their work, and thr

ough public programs designed to foster audience participation;
• To inspire change by using art to promote empathy and reduce the stigma of mental illness and developmental disabilities; to improve the self-image of artists through the social and economic value of their work; and to cultivate new audiences in the art market by increasing awareness of, and demand for, artwork created by people with disabilities.

"Greatest Gardens" by Adam Hines⁠⁠
09/02/2026

"Greatest Gardens" by Adam Hines⁠
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"Stroke of Midnight" by Catherine Butterfly⁠Available to view and purchase at projectonward.org⁠
09/01/2026

"Stroke of Midnight" by Catherine Butterfly⁠

Available to view and purchase at projectonward.org
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At Project Onward on Saturday, September 12th come by at 2:00PM for a very special closing of My Little Pictures: Artwor...
08/31/2026

At Project Onward on Saturday, September 12th come by at 2:00PM for a very special closing of My Little Pictures: Artwork by James Hall. This ceremony will include a guided tour from the man himself, James Hall, explaining the stories behind his diaristic drawings, elaborate wormholes, textured pinboard and more! ⁠
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Don't forget to pick up a copy of James Hall's latest book "35 Years of What I Wanted To Remember", containing over 50 colorful xerox collages of advertisements and headlines elaborately hand colored that James Hall would be happy to sign with any purchase. ⁠
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Refreshments will be available at the event.⁠

RSVP HERE: https://www.projectonward.org/events-1/james-halls-show-tell
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Back at it again with Oddball Market this Saturday at Thalia Hall (1807 S. Allport St.) from 3pm-9pm! ⁠⁠Vintage clothes,...
08/26/2026

Back at it again with Oddball Market this Saturday at Thalia Hall (1807 S. Allport St.) from 3pm-9pm! ⁠
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Vintage clothes, hand made goodies, jewelry, tattoos, etc. Perfect place to spend your Saturday! All in support of Pilsen Food Pantry.⁠
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Flyer by Dave Easterly (not a Project Onward artist)

RSVP here: https://www.projectonward.org/events-1/oddball-market-at-thalia-hall

.chicago has extended its Midsommar Cellar Sale fundraiser through the end of August!⁠⁠For every qualifying glass of win...
08/19/2026

.chicago has extended its Midsommar Cellar Sale fundraiser through the end of August!⁠
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For every qualifying glass of wine purchased, $1 will be donated to Project Onward, helping us provide free studio space, art materials, mentorship, exhibitions, and professional opportunities to support our mission.⁠
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So if you’re looking for an excuse to raise a glass this month, make it count at Minyoli!. ⁠
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A huge thank you to Minyoli for extending this fundraiser and continuing to support Project Onward!⁠
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Heres a Pterodactyl for your Ptuesday made by our artist Krishaun Williams, taking a bit of inspiration from the Field M...
08/18/2026

Heres a Pterodactyl for your Ptuesday made by our artist Krishaun Williams, taking a bit of inspiration from the Field Museum here in Chicago.⁠
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"Pterodactyl" by Krishaun Williams⁠
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Happy to announce "35 Years of What I Wanted To Remember", our new book from James Hall, who's work is currently occupyi...
08/17/2026

Happy to announce "35 Years of What I Wanted To Remember", our new book from James Hall, who's work is currently occupying our gallery for his show "My Little Pictures". ⁠
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The book brings together decades of Hall’s vibrant collection of collaged images of advertisements and everyday ephemera, xerox scanned and hand colored by Mr. Hall.⁠
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Preorders are now open! Only 50 copies are available, and every preorder includes a free signed postcard print by James Hall!⁠ Preorder here: https://www.projectonward.org/product-page/35-years-of-what-i-wanted-to-remember-book-by-james-hall
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Make sure you swing by this Friday, August 21st from 6:30-9:30PM at the (1200 W. 35th St., 60609) for the physical release and to view the original pieces! The artist will be present to sign books and answer any philosophical questions about the universe.⁠ RSVP at the link below:

https://www.projectonward.org/events-1/my-little-pictures-artwork-by-james-hall-2026-08-21-18-30
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56 pages, 8.5 × 11", Perfect bound⁠
Signed by the artist⁠
Limited edition of 50⁠
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It is our pleasure to share that Project Onward artists are proudly part of “Outside Forces,” the 20th annual exhibition...
08/14/2026

It is our pleasure to share that Project Onward artists are proudly part of “Outside Forces,” the 20th annual exhibition at Art Enables in Washington, DC (2204 Rhode Island Ave. NE)⁠
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Bringing together artists from studios and communities across the country, Outside Forces celebrates self-taught artists whose work has developed outside the conventions of mainstream art education and culture. The exhibition highlights the diverse and powerful perspectives that artists bring to their practices, all while creating space to consider the complicated and evolving language surrounding “outsider art.”⁠
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Project Onward is proud to be represented alongside 27 studios and independent artists from across the country, bringing together an incredible community of artists with disabilities and self-taught artists.⁠
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-On view from August 22 to October 17, 2026⁠
-Opening Reception: September 12, 5 to 7 PM⁠
-A digital exhibition will also be available at www.art-enables.org beginning August 22
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Flyer artwork by Kennedy Mason from Progressive Art Studio Collective

Some new anthropological study drawings by Franklin Armstrong now available at projectonward.org!⁠⁠SLIDE 1: "Jomon Perio...
08/13/2026

Some new anthropological study drawings by Franklin Armstrong now available at projectonward.org!⁠
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SLIDE 1: "Jomon Period Clay Figure" by Franklin Armstrong⁠
SLIDE 2: "Dogon Ceremonial Club" by Franklin Armstrong⁠
SLIDE 3: "Yayoi Period Anthropomorphic Vase" by Franklin Armstrong⁠
SLIDE 4: "Dogon Column" by Franklin Armstrong⁠
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Wise words from Louis Demarco to carry you through today.⁠⁠"Reverberating Noises" by Louis Demarco⁠⁠Available at project...
08/12/2026

Wise words from Louis Demarco to carry you through today.⁠
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"Reverberating Noises" by Louis Demarco⁠
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Available at projectonward.org⁠
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Address

1200 W 35th Street Fl 4
Chicago, IL
60609

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 5pm
Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm

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+17739402992

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