Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art, Chicago

Name: Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art
Address: 2320 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, 60622, United States
Telephone: +1 773-227-5522

#246 among attractions in Chicago

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The Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art is a modern art museum serving the Chicago area with an ongoing program of cultural exhibitions, literary events, film screenings, and music recitals. UIMA was founded in 1971 by Dr. Achilles Chreptowsky, Konstantin Milonadis and Mychajlo Urban in the heart of Chicago's Ukrainian Village, Chicago. Its Core Member of the Chicago Cultural Alliance, a consortium of 25 ethnic museums and cultural centres in Chicago. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1971 (53 years ago)Coordinates: 41°53'46"N, 87°41'7"W

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2320 W Chicago AveWest Side (West Town)Chicago 60622 United States

Contact

+1 773-227-5522

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Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Nightlife, Dancing
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Park
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Monuments and statues
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Church
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art open?

Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday 12 pm - 4 pm
Thursday 12 pm - 4 pm
Friday 12 pm - 4 pm
Saturday 12 pm - 4 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 4 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art?

Nearby attractions include Ukrainian Village, Chicago (1 min walk), Sts. Volodymyr and Olha Ukrainian Catholic Church, Chicago (3 min walk), St. Nicholas Cathedral, Chicago (3 min walk), Ukrainian National Museum, Chicago (3 min walk).

How to get to Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art by public transport?

The nearest stations to Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art:

Bus

Chicago & Oakley WB • Lines: 66, (N) N66 (2 min walk)
Western & Chicago • Lines: 49, (N) N49, X49 (3 min walk)

Train

Western Avenue (13 min walk)
Kedzie (32 min walk)

Metro

California • Lines: Green (26 min walk)
Damen • Lines: Blue (27 min walk)