Project Onward Studio and Gallery
Project Onward
Chicago, Illinois - Cook County
Source checked
May 30, 2026
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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Quick answer
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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
- We did not find this in the public sources we checked
- Contact page
- https://www.projectonward.org/contact
- Phone
- 773-940-2992
- 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
Public contacts that may help you reach the right office. Confirm before visiting.
The source lists Project Onward on the 4th floor of Bridgeport Art Center; artists should confirm current studio visit and application steps.
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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.
How we checked this listing (2 public sources)
Source notes only. They do not evaluate quality, safety, fit, or availability.
Listing check
- 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.
- Sources used
- 2 public sources
- Location contacts
- 2 public contacts found
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.
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.
Sources used
Public pages used for this listing.
- Provider websiteProject Onward About
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- Provider websiteContact + Visit | Project Onward
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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
Use these as a starting point. They are not a quality rating or recommendation.
- 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.
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