Artist David Adjaye to Celebrate Art Institute Exhibition 'MAKING PLACE', Today

Chicago, IL -- The Art Institute of Chicago and Douglas Druick, President and Eloise W. Martin Director, invite you to celebrate the exhibition opening of MAKING PLACE: THE ARCHITECTURE OF DAVID ADJAYE -- with the artist -- at an exclusive event on Friday, September 18, that benefits the museum's Leadership Advisory Committee.

This unique evening provides the opportunity to preview the first major career survey of internationally acclaimed architect David Adjaye. The Art Institute of Chicago is the only North American venue for this pioneering show, which precedes the highly anticipated opening of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC), designed by Adjaye Associates, in Washington, DC.

Join David Adjaye, cultural and civic leaders, and other renowned contemporary artists from around the world for an extraordinary evening of art and design, hosted by the Leadership Advisory Committee. Opening Celebration guests will enjoy an elegant dinner in the Modern Wing's stunning Griffin Court followed by an unforgettable, nonstop party driven well into the night by the world-famous DJ Kiss.

IF YOU GO:

Opening Celebration-Friday, September 18, 2015
Modern Wing Entrance-159 East Monroe, Chicago, IL 60603

6:00 PM VIP Reception
$1,000 VIP (includes reception, preferred seating, and exhibition catalogue)

7:00 PM Opening Celebration Event and Exhibition Viewing
$350 General Admission

Valet parking available
Cocktail attire

To purchase tickets, visit www.artic.edu/adjaye or call (312) 443-3133.

The Opening Celebration is generously supported by Allstate Insurance Company, GCM Grosvenor, BMO Private Bank and Merrill Lynch.

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Pictured: David Adjaye © Ed Reeve, courtesy of Adjaye Associates.