CHGODSGN Exhibition 2014

The City of Chicago’s Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events invited Rick Valicenti to curate a major exhibition of recent object and graphic design. CHGO DSGN showcases over 200 designers and more than 300 works. A record-breaking 2,000 people attended the opening reception on May 30, 2014. The exhibition attracted over one visitor per minute — 66,000 visitors by closing.

Chicago has long been regarded as an international center for design, and this retrospective celebrates the region’s creative and innovative spirit. The exhibition is curated by Rick Valicenti, 2011 recipient of the prestigious Smithsonian Cooper-Hewitt National Design Award, with displays designed by Tim Parsons, Associate Professor of Designed Objects at the School of the Art Institute.

CHGO DSGN is a fantastic snapshot of what’s going on here and a great testament to the talent we have in this town. A real contribution to the field.
— Zoë Ryan, Chair and Curator of Architecture and Design at The Art Institute of Chicago.