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West Suburban Art Society

Fine arts lectures, luncheons, and programs in Chicago's western suburbs.

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An art education, in good company.

Since 2018, the West Suburban Art Society has brought members together around the fine arts: informative lectures by fellow members, luncheons with speakers, an annual tea, and special programs at venues across DuPage County.

Monthly lectures are free to members and $10 for guests. Yearly dues are $50. You don't need to be an artist, a collector, or an expert. You just need to be curious.

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Membership runs July 1 through June 30. Members attend every lecture free, register for luncheons and special programs, and receive the schedule by email with the option to add text message updates.

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Upcoming Events

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Kickoff Luncheon
Sep 9
Kickoff Luncheon

Diana Martinez of the McAninch Arts Center takes us behind the scenes of how world-class exhibitions are found, negotiated, and brought to DuPage County. $50 members, $55 guests. Register by August 26.

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Afternoon Lectures: The Art Market
Oct 7
Afternoon Lectures: The Art Market

Two afternoon lectures on how the art market really works — from the dealers who shape it to the collectors who sell into it. Free to members.

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Afternoon Lectures: Art Thefts & the Gilded Age
Nov 4
Afternoon Lectures: Art Thefts & the Gilded Age

Stolen masterpieces and the American collectors who brought European art across the Atlantic. Two lectures, free to members.

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Holiday Luncheon: Under the Mistletoe
Dec 7
Holiday Luncheon: Under the Mistletoe

Nostalgic holiday favorites performed live, over lunch at Carlisle Banquets. Pricing and registration open closer to the date.

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Afternoon Lectures: Estate Sales & Art Tourism
Feb 3
Afternoon Lectures: Estate Sales & Art Tourism

What happens to art when a collection is sold, and what happens to a place when art draws the world to it. A lecture and a panel discussion.

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Tea Party: A Tale of Beatrix Potter
Feb 10
Tea Party: A Tale of Beatrix Potter

Our annual tea, with Debra Miller on the life and work of Beatrix Potter. Pricing and registration open closer to the date.

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The West Suburban Art Society is run entirely by its members. Your gift helps us bring in guest speakers, keep our lectures free to members, and support occasional fine arts exhibitions in DuPage County.

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