You’re Invited!

Penn State Chicago and the PSU School of Visual Arts community (SOVA) invite you to join us for a reception on Saturday, April 26 from 11:00 am to 1:00pm (Central) at Lizzie McNeil's Irish Pub.

Steps from the spectacular Chicago River Walk and Navy Pier, this pre-EXPO Chicago event is being hosted by Penn State Chicago and the Penn State School of Visual Art alumni group.

A limited number of complementary tickets to EXPO as well as food and light beverage will be provided. Participants can choose to attend the art fair after the reception. (please note: a valid cell phone number is required on your registration to receive the digital EXPO pass).

So come along, engage with friends and community, enjoy stunning architectural views downtown at the Chicago River, and grasp the opportunity to attend one of the city’s cultural gems, The Chicago Art Expo 2025.

“EXPO CHICAGO will feature more than 170 leading galleries from 36 countries and 93 cities. New initiatives for 2025 include a major new partnership with the Galleries Association of Korea, as well as CONTRAST. These will be presented alongside the fair’s core Galleries section and a compelling array of projects including the fair’s much celebrated EXPOSURE, PROFILE and IN/SITU sections, as well as this year’s Special Exhibitions, and Editions +Books.” (static.expochicago.com)

PARKING DETAILS 

-Use spot hero https://spothero.com/ to find hourly parking near Lizzie McNiell's/Navy Pier (to ensure availability it is recommended to reserve days to weeks ahead).

-Uber or other ride sharing services are available if preferred You can choose to park at a lot situated in between NP and Lizzie McNeill's (one spot all day) or set up timings to park at both destinations that day. 

Navy Pier East  754 E Grand Ave, Chicago IL 60611

• -LAZ Parking 301 Lower N Water St. Chicago IL 60611
• -LAZ Parking 500 North Lake Shore Drive
• -SP+ Parking 303 E Lower North Water Street Chicago, IL 60611

Please note, If walking is a concern, consider all options thoroughly. The EXPO has cafe and other seating areas, but this is a walking/upright venue generally.