Living with Modernism: Kelli Connell 

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The McCormick House 

Doors Open at 6:00 pm 

See old friends and meet new ones in the galleries! Adults can enjoy a glass of wine and an evening at the Museum after hours to experience the *Living With Modernism* exhibition.

__Advance Ticketing Required__

__Members are FREE - Advance RSVP is required, please call 630.834.0202 x10 or respond to membership@elmhurstartmuseum.org to reserve your ticket.__

*Due to low registration, the child care option will no longer be provided for this event.*

Late Night at the Museum

Image: Isabella Garner in the McCormick House, photograph by Aaron Siskind. c. 1952

6:00 - 6:30pm Museum opens to participants for exhibition viewing 

6:30 - 8:30pm Poetry workshop led by Dr. Ann Frank Wake, professor of English at Elmhurst University

Isabella Gardner, renowned poet and one-time editor at Poetry Magazine, wrote numerous poems while she lived in the McCormick House. During National Poetry Month, join us for an evening in “Isabella’s house” to enjoy a reading of Gardner’s poetry and write your own poem inspired by her work. 

$25 for Non-Members / $15 for Members.

*Members are entitled to only the number of member tickets that correspond with their membership level.*


Poetry Workshop

Join us in Wilder Park, 175 South Cottage Hill Ave. for the 29th Annual Art in Wilder Park Festival, drawing thousands of visitors, artists, food vendors and community partners to Elmhurst's Culture Campus each year.

__THANK YOU TO OUR FESTIVAL SPONSORS__

![2026 AIWP sponsors](//images.ctfassets.net/df2y673eghyz/1jzDEzO36ZE4M2XUO1nyPa/11d30ce53defbe45d509041863da270d/2026_sponsor_set_AIWP.jpg)

Explore over 100 booths showcasing unique, handcrafted treasures including jewelry, paintings, sculptures, ceramics, photography, and fiber arts created by talented Midwest artists. Enjoy a variety of artisan food vendors alongside community partner and sponsor displays, all set against the picturesque backdrop of Wilder Park. 

Families will love the interactive Kids Court, a dedicated space filled with engaging, hands-on activities. Participate in our free scavenger hunt and win fun prizes.

The Elmhurst Art Museum will be free and open from 12PM until 5PM during the Art in Wilder Park festival to present the 2026 D205 Showcase featuring over 50 artworks by students (selected by their teachers) from D205 schools.

Art in Wilder Park is more than just an art fair—it’s a cherished community tradition that unites creativity and culture. Don’t miss this vibrant celebration of art and community!

All artists for Art in Wilder Park have been confirmed. Thank you to our jurors, __Whitney Bradshaw and Fatima Hendricks__ for dedicating their time in selecting a diverse group of artists for 2026! 

__VOLUNTEERS NEEDED__

We have many volunteer opportunities available for Art in Wilder Park including artist check in, visitor assistant, working the museum info booth, assisting at the education booth, and more! If you're interested in volunteering, please complete our [Volunteer Form](https://forms.gle/YLnRg4HEL5kyQF5y5). Questions: Reach out to Annē Edulan at anne@elmhurstartmuseum.org

If you're interested in being apart of the festival as a [Sponsor](https://shop.elmhurstartmuseum.org/collections/online-shop/products/art-in-wilder-park-2026-sponsorship-copy), [Food Vendor](https://shop.elmhurstartmuseum.org/collections/online-shop/products/art-in-wilder-park-2026-food-vendor-fee), [Kids Court Member](https://shop.elmhurstartmuseum.org/collections/online-shop/products/art-in-wilder-park-2026-kids-court-participant-fee) or [Community Partner](https://shop.elmhurstartmuseum.org/collections/online-shop/products/art-in-wilder-park-2026-community-partner-fee-copy), sign up at the links! 


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Art in Wilder Park 2026

Join us for day 2 in Wilder Park, 175 South Cottage Hill Ave. for the 29th Annual Art in Wilder Park Festival, drawing thousands of visitors, artists, food vendors and community partners to Elmhurst's Culture Campus each year.

__THANK YOU TO OUR FESTIVAL SPONSORS__

![2026 AIWP sponsors](//images.ctfassets.net/df2y673eghyz/1jzDEzO36ZE4M2XUO1nyPa/11d30ce53defbe45d509041863da270d/2026_sponsor_set_AIWP.jpg)

Explore over 100 booths showcasing unique, handcrafted treasures including jewelry, paintings, sculptures, ceramics, photography, and fiber arts created by talented Midwest artists. Enjoy a variety of artisan food vendors alongside community partner and sponsor displays, all set against the picturesque backdrop of Wilder Park. 

Families will love the interactive Kids Court, a dedicated space filled with engaging, hands-on activities. Participate in our free scavenger hunt and win fun prizes.

The Elmhurst Art Museum will be free and open from 12PM until 5PM during the Art in Wilder Park festival to present the 2026 D205 Showcase featuring over 50 artworks by students (selected by their teachers) from D205 schools.

Art in Wilder Park is more than just an art fair—it’s a cherished community tradition that unites creativity and culture. Don’t miss this vibrant celebration of art and community!

All artists for Art in Wilder Park have been confirmed. Thank you to our jurors, __Whitney Bradshaw and Fatima Hendricks__ for dedicating their time in selecting a diverse group of artists for 2026! 

__VOLUNTEERS NEEDED__

We have many volunteer opportunities available for Art in Wilder Park including artist check in, visitor assistant, working the museum info booth, assisting at the education booth, and more! If you're interested in volunteering, please complete our [Volunteer Form](https://forms.gle/YLnRg4HEL5kyQF5y5). Questions: Reach out to Annē Edulan at anne@elmhurstartmuseum.org

If you're interested in being apart of the festival as a [Sponsor](https://shop.elmhurstartmuseum.org/collections/online-shop/products/art-in-wilder-park-2026-sponsorship-copy), [Food Vendor](https://shop.elmhurstartmuseum.org/collections/online-shop/products/art-in-wilder-park-2026-food-vendor-fee), [Kids Court Member](https://shop.elmhurstartmuseum.org/collections/online-shop/products/art-in-wilder-park-2026-kids-court-participant-fee) or [Community Partner](https://shop.elmhurstartmuseum.org/collections/online-shop/products/art-in-wilder-park-2026-community-partner-fee-copy), sign up at the links! 


Art in Wilder Park 2026 - Last Day!

Opening Reception for Jeanette Andrews:* On Wonder, Mind & Magic* and *Near Eternity* by Jeremiah Hulsebos-Spofford
Friday, May 29, 6:30pm - 9:00pm

6pm - Early access for museum members and exhibition VIPS. RSVP Required; members are entitled to only the number of free admissions that correspond with their membership level.

7pm - Non-member ticketed entry; tickets available on EAM website

7:30pm- Small act of magic performed by Jeanette Andrews

More information coming soon.

Living with Modernism: Kelli Connell

Featuring recent work by Kelli Connell in conversation with photographs by Edward Weston

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The McCormick House

Experience a new contemporary art by Kelli Connell commissioned by EAM in this single family home designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe.

Elmhurst Art Museum: Where art is for everyone

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Upcoming Events

Late Night at the Museum

Poetry Workshop

Art in Wilder Park 2026

Art in Wilder Park 2026 - Last Day!

Opening Reception for New Exhibitions: On Wonder, Mind, and Magic and Near Eternity

Mon - Tues	closed
Wed - Thurs	12 – 5
Fri - Sun	11 – 5