New Student Open House & Registration [Summer 2025]

 

Summer Term 2025 New Student Open House & Registration dates:

Saturday, May 17, 11 am - 12:30 pm AND 1-2:30 pm RSVP

Saturday, June 7, 11 am - 12:30 pm AND 1-2:30 pm RSVP

During the open house, you will learn about Marwen, tour the studios, meet staff, and register for Summer term courses. Summer term runs July 7 - August 8, 2025. There are 2 sessions: July 7-18 and July 28-August 8. Summer term offers 25 unique classes. Each class meets five days a week, Monday through Friday, either in the morning (10 AM - 12:30 PM) or afternoon (1:30-4 PM) and runs for two weeks.

 

Please note that all materials shared will include Spanish translations, and our Spanish-speaking staff will be available on-site and by phone to support registration questions.

 

5 Important Things to Know: 

1. New Student Open House & Registration is mandatory for all new students who want to participate in Marwen's FREE visual arts programs. 
2. Please arrive on time, so we can show you around the galleries and studios and get you registered for free Summer art classes!
3. Students under 18 are required to attend orientation with a parent or guardian.  
4. Limited free parking is available in our lot. Public transportation is highly recommended. We're 2 blocks from the Chicago Brown line station.
5. Be prepared to spend a full 90 minutes at Marwen. (We've got snacks, don't worry.)

Reach out to us at registrar@marwen.org with any questions.

About Marwen:

Marwen educates and inspires young people to nurture their growth and build their futures through art and community. Founded in 1987, the no-cost studio and pathway programs exist for young people in Chicago who want to explore visual arts and do not have access to arts programming due to financial and systemic barriers. Courses are facilitated by teaching artists. For more information, visit www.marwen.org.