Free Day + Celebration: Makers MaKE

Join us for a cozy free day celebrating the people, stories, and creative practices that inspire us and enrich our community. Meet artists, makers, and storytellers who share their work, perspectives, and traditions while creating and contributing within our community. Through creativity, craftsmanship, and connection, discover the people and the practices that shape our community. Event lineup 10 a.m.–4 p.m. | Making In the Milwaukee Room, experience a variety of creative and hands-on maker activities led by Neu-Life, a Near North Side nonprofit providing year-round educational and enrichment programs for youth, from early childhood through young adulthood. In the Art Studio, gather to create a Mariposa designed and led by community artist and muralist Isa Castro. 10 a.m.–8 p.m. | Holiday market Kick off your holiday shopping with artful gifts and handmade goods from local artists and makers. Shop one-of-a-kind finds while connecting with the creative people who bring their talents an