Conversations and Commitment: Reflections on the Great Lakes
Schedule
Sun May 17 2026 at 02:00 pm to 04:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
619 Grove St | Evanston, IL
Agenda
đź•‘: 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Inspire Connections through Art, Lived experience, and Stories
Host: Louise LeBourgeois
Info: Highlights:
• Enjoy an intimate salon-style gathering at Grove Gallery alongside the May exhibition Horizons, featuring waterscape works.
• The program will explore connections to the Great Lakes through art, lived experience, and conversation.
• Artist Louise LeBourgeois will reflect on her experiences swimming in Lake Michigan and how they shape her work, followed by remarks from Matt Altstiel on the Alliance’s impact and the work ahead.
• A portion of art sales and optional guest donations will support the Alliance for the Great Lakes.
• Light refreshments will be provided.
Goals:
• Cultivate and deepen relationships with current and prospective supporters in an intimate, personal setting
• Inspire connection to the Great Lakes through art, lived experience, and storytelling
• Encourage philanthropic support for the Alliance for the Great Lakes
Where is it happening?
619 Grove St, 619 Grove Street, Evanston, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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