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Art on View

<p>Beneath the surface of everyday materials lies a hidden architecture. This visualization shows the cage-like structure of zeolites, porous silica-based materials used in water purification, oil refining, and household products. Scientists use machine learning to uncover how these structures grow and change at the atomic scale.</p>
Argonne National Laboratory & Electronic Visualization Laboratory Sep 10 — Nov 15
2026
Projection by The Adler Planetarium title Astrographics that explored the ways in which humans conceptualize and visualize the universe, and how that has changed over time. Featuring planets, stars and out-of-this-world visuals.
The Adler Planetarium Sep 10 — Nov 15
2026

Special Occasion Projections

  1. The Joffrey Ballet

    Nov 19 — Dec 27
    2026

    The Joffrey Ballet’s
    Nutcracker allows visitors along Chicago’s Riverwalk to experience scenes from the holiday classic set to Tchaikovsky’s famous score. Representing the innovation, ingenuity, and hope of Chicago, the production features the work of Tony Award-winning choreographer Christopher Wheeldon.

    Nutcracker 26-27 Season

2026 Programming Calendar

2026 Programming launches April 09

April 9 – May 31      8:30-9:00pm
June 4 – Sep 6         9:00-9:30pm
Sept 10 – Dec 27     7:30-8:00pm

*4 nights per week, ½ hour per night Thursdays through Sundays

view the 2026 projection calendar

The Leading Digital Art Platform

About ART on THE MART

ART on THE MART is the one of the world’s largest digital art platforms that transforms an architectural landmark into a permanent, larger-than-life canvas. A shining example of Chicago’s long-standing commitment to public art, ART on THE MART brings cutting-edge video mapping techniques to Chicago’s Riverwalk, displaying projections of contemporary art across the 2.5-acre façade of THE MART, the largest privately held commercial building in the United States, internationally recognized as a global innovator in culture, design, and technology.

Founded in 2018, ART on THE MART presents pioneering moving image work by renowned national and international contemporary artists, alongside work by Chicago-based creatives and local organizations who aim to elevate voices from across the community. Our artists and partners work to realize the power of public art and inspire positive community engagement along the river, throughout Chicago and beyond.

ART on THE MART's hours shift with the changing seasons. Our 2026 program will return in April. Stay tuned for the latest dates and timings! 

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