Art from the Ashes: The Old Joliet Prison Artist's Exhibit

Art from the Ashes: An Exhibition of The Old Joliet Prison Burnt District Artists will showcase the work of the Old Joliet Burnt District Artists, a group of Joliet-based artist assembled in 2018.

This group formed in response to a challenge to re-purpose items destroyed during the four acts of arson at the prison site between 2013 and 2017. This special exhibit will be on display in our temporary gallery from February 1st - September 30th.

Join us on February 1st from 6:00pm - 9:00pm for the opening reception at the Joliet Area Historical Museum. Live entertainment with John Condron, light appetizers, and a cash bar will be available. Full access to the new Special Exhibit and all museum galleries.

Free for Museum Members - $5 for General Public

For more information please visit our website www.jolietmuseum.org or call 815-723-5201 ex. 7212