Published by Michelle Rinard The City of Chicago announced the next phase of reopening to begin this Friday, June 26th, 2020, under Phase IV: Gradually Resume at the direction of Mayor Lori Lightfoot. The International Museum of Surgical Science will reopen following the industry-specific guidelines, which align with the State of Illinois and phase four … Continue reading Museum Re-Opens Friday, June 26
Contact: Michelle Rinardmichelle@imss.org312-642-6502 ext. 3118 For immediate release: International Museum of Surgical Science Wins Highly Competitive Grant to Support STEM Engagement During COVID-19 Pandemic Chicago—The International Museum of Surgical Science is one of 20 science centers and museums around the country selected to receive $5,000 in support of STEM engagement during the COVID-19 pandemic from … Continue reading IMSS Receives Voya-funded Grant for STEM Activities Outreach During COVID-19
Published by Michelle Rinard As Chicago partially reopens Wednesday under Phase III: Cautiously Reopen at the direction of Mayor Lori Lightfoot, the International Museum of Surgical Science opens its Museum Store for in-person shopping and pick up orders. You can visit our online store at imss.ecwid.com. To take the best precautions, we are adhering to … Continue reading Museum Store Opens Wednesday, June 3
IMSS selects Selva Aparicio for position of Artist-in-Residence for Spring 2020 Interdisciplinary artist Selva Aparicio works across installation, sculpture and performance, creating artwork that functions as a research practice of memory, death, intimacy and mourning. Selva Aparicio was born and raised in the woods of Barcelona, Spain; she received her BFA from the School of the Art … Continue reading Selva Aparicio announced as Spring 2020 Artist-in-Residence
IMSS selects Namir Fearce for position of Artist-in-Residence for Summer-Fall 2019 June 2019 – October 2019N Namir Fearce is an interdisciplinary artist residing in Chicago, by way of North Minneapolis. His practices include experimental film, sculpture, painting, audio, and performance. Fluidity is central to his practice, drawing on a constellation of references and sites of … Continue reading Namir Fearce announced as Summer-Fall 2019 Artist-in-Residence
The International Museum of Surgical Science pleased to announce the development of a new exhibit on cardiovascular surgery and health. This important exhibit will highlight the most current medical innovations in the field. Over the next several years, over 150,000 people will visit this exhibit to supplement their understanding of healthcare treatments related to the … Continue reading Forthcoming Exhibition: Conquering Heart Disease
Jon Chambers is welcomed into the position of IMSS Artist-in-Residence for Winter-Spring 2019 December 2018 – April 2019 Jon Chambers is an artist and educator based in Chicago where he teaches media literacy, media art histories, net art, new media art (software + hardware) and video. He has shown work nationally and internationally, in screening … Continue reading Jon Chambers announced as Winter-Spring 2019 Artist-in-Residence
Amgen, Akcea Therapeutics and The Lipoprotein(a) Foundation give support for forthcoming Lipoprotein Exhibit at the Museum. Amgen is committed to unlocking the potential of biology for patients suffering from serious illnesses by discovering, developing, manufacturing and delivering innovative human therapeutics. Akcea Therapeutics is a development and commercialization company focused on helping patients living with serious and rare diseases. Both Amgen … Continue reading Amgen, Akcea Therapeutics and the Lipoprotein(a) Foundation give support for forthcoming Lipoprotein Exhibit at the Museum
Summer – Fall 2018 Artist in Residence Announced Emma Rozanski June – October 2018 The International Museum of Surgical Science is proud to present our Summer-Fall 2018 Artist-in-Residence: Chicago-based filmmaker Emma Rozanski Emma is a moving image artist and filmmaker who recently completed her Master Degree in filmmaking under the mentorship of internationally acclaimed filmmaker … Continue reading Emma Rozanski announced as Summer – Fall 2018 Artist in Residence
2018 Winter Artist-in-Residence Announced Justus Harris January – March 2018 The International Museum of Surgical Science is proud to present our Winter 2018 Artist-in-Residence: Chicago-based artist Justus Harris. Justus Harris (US, b. 1990) combines medical data visualization and 3D modeling to understand health trends. His work is inspired by using continuous monitors for his type … Continue reading 2018 Winter Artist-in-Residence Announced: Justus Harris
