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Project Onward Studio and Gallery

Project Onward

Chicago, Illinois - Cook County

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May 30, 2026

Area

Chicago

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Map and directions

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1200 W. 35th Street, 4th Floor, Chicago, IL 60609

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Provider overview

Project Onward in Bridgeport gives adult artists with developmental disabilities, mental illness, autism, and related life experiences access to supportive studio space, materials, professional guidance, exhibitions, public engagement, and art sales.

Project Onward is a Chicago disability arts nonprofit studio and gallery supporting adult artists with developmental disabilities, mental illness, autism, and related life experiences through creative practice and public engagement.

Quick facts

Registration
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Ages
Adult artists with disabilities, with studio fit confirmed directly
Season
Ongoing studio and gallery program by current artist application and studio availability
Cost
The source says artists are not charged for studio space, supplies, or guidance; artists should confirm application, commission, sales, and participation details directly.

Location contacts

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2 public contacts

Project Onward at Bridgeport Art Center

1200 W. 35th Street, 4th Floor, Chicago, IL 60609

The source lists Project Onward on the 4th floor of Bridgeport Art Center; artists should confirm current studio visit and application steps.

Project Onward

1200 W. 35th Street, 4th Floor, Chicago, IL 60609

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Programs and offerings

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Disability arts studio and gallery

Studio and gallery program with supportive work space, materials, professional guidance, exhibitions, public programs, and art sales for adult artists with disabilities.

Ages
Adult artists with disabilities, with studio fit confirmed directly
Season
Ongoing studio and gallery program by current artist application and studio availability
Schedule
Studio, gallery, exhibition, and public program timing varies; artists should confirm current application windows, studio access, and event dates.
Cost
The source says artists are not charged for studio space, supplies, or guidance; artists should confirm application, commission, sales, and participation details directly.
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Last checked
May 30, 2026
Why this is listed
The official Project Onward About page says Project Onward is a studio and gallery dedicated to adult artists whose lives are impacted by mental illness and developmental disabilities, providing supportive studio space, materials, professional guidance, exhibitions, public programs, and art sales without studio cost to artists.
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Location contacts
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Program details we found

Disability arts studio and gallery

The official Project Onward About page says Project Onward is a studio and gallery dedicated to adult artists whose lives are impacted by mental illness and developmental disabilities, providing supportive studio space, materials, professional guidance, exhibitions, public programs, and art sales without studio cost to artists.

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Inclusion and support details

What the provider says: The source lists supportive studio space, work space, materials, professional guidance, exhibitions, art sales, public programs, creative growth, social engagement, and disability arts.

Access notes to confirm: Artists should confirm current application steps, studio schedule, support needs, communication preferences, sensory environment, sales and commission policies, elevator access, accessible entrance, parking, and restroom access at Bridgeport Art Center.

What we checked

What we found: The official Project Onward About page says Project Onward is a studio and gallery dedicated to adult artists whose lives are impacted by mental illness and developmental disabilities, providing supportive studio space, materials, professional guidance, exhibitions, public programs, and art sales without studio cost to artists.

We avoid ranking, recommending, evaluating quality, or making safety claims. Use the source links and contact the provider before enrolling.

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What to confirm

  • Openings, deadlines, cost, and cancellation rules.
  • Ages, eligibility, forms, and first-visit expectations.
  • Support model, staff preparation, supervision, and safety policies.
  • Exact location, entrance, parking, equipment, and what to bring.

Questions to ask before you register

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  • Do you currently have openings, waitlists, deadlines, or intake steps?
  • What ages, support needs, communication needs, mobility needs, or supervision levels can this specific program support?
  • What should families know about cost, financial assistance, cancellation rules, forms, and first-visit expectations?
  • For sensory-friendly activities: what changes are made to sound, lighting, crowds, timing, quiet space, and re-entry?
  • Who should families contact to talk through accommodations before registering?

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Is Project Onward Studio and Gallery reviewed for quality by Inclusive Programs Guide?

No. This listing is informational and based on public sources. It is not a rating, ranking, quality review, or safety evaluation.

What information should families confirm with Project Onward?

Families should confirm current availability, registration deadlines, eligibility, support level, staff training, safety policies, cost, schedule, and fit before enrolling.

Where did the listing information come from?

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