The 55th Annual Gold Coast Art Fair June 30, 2012

For 55 years, the Gold Coast Art Fair has been heralded as the “Granddaddy of American Art Festivals,” attracting hundreds of thousands of art enthusiasts from near and far! This nationally acclaimed, juried art festival returns to Grant Park’s Butler Field, at the corner of Monroe and Lake Shore Drive, with more than 350 artists from around the world. Extraordinary artwork in a variety of mediums is offered at the Gold Coast Art Fair with prices ranging $25 to $25,000. Find your treasure at the Gold Coast Art Fair at Grant Park!

Incredible artwork, live music, great food and fun activities for kids make the Gold Coast Art Fair a destination for all! See the masters at work with live art demos and speed-painting taking place throughout the weekend. A display of artwork created by participants of Chicago’s Special Olympics will also be featured at the festival. Nearby attractions including Millennium Park and the Art Institute add to the perfect day exploring Chicago and the Gold Coast Art Fair at Grant Park.