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What:

Art Chicago™ 2008, the annual international fair of contemporary and modern art, brings together 180 of the world's leading emerging and established galleries, representing 56 international cities to showcase the work of over 2,000 renowned artists.  Art Chicago™ offers curators, collectors, artists and art enthusiasts a comprehensive survey of current and historic work, from cutting-edge to modern masters in a wide variety of media including: painting, photography, drawing, prints, sculpture, video and special installations.

Art Chicago 2008 will be the centerpiece of Artropolis -- a world-class, citywide celebration of arts, antiques and culture.

Where:

The Merchandise Mart, 12th Floor and Main Lobby

When:

April 25-28, 2008
Fri. & Sat: 11am – 7pm; Sun: 11am – 6pm & Mon:11am – 4pm

Preview:

Art Chicago Opening Night – Thursday, April 24, 2008

Who:

180 leading galleries and dealers from around the world, juried by an international Selection Committee.

Tickets:

Single day Art Chicago tickets are priced at $20, which will also provide admission to NEXT, The Merchandise Mart International Antiques Fair, as well as The Artist Project and the Intuit Show.  Multi day passes are available for $25.  Groups over 10 people, students and seniors can purchase a multi day pass for $15.

Marketing &
Promotion:

An extensive, multi-media marketing campaign will include: advertising and editorial coverage in dozens of leading art and consumer publications; 10+ viral e-blasts reaching a list of 200,000 art enthusiasts; aggressive direct mail to thousands of collectors; V.I.P. invitations; press releases and publicity opportunities to generate interest, participation and attendance; co-promotions with multiple arts and cultural partners to reach patrons, donors and members.

Sales Contact:

Galleries interested in learning more should contact Tony Karman, Art Chicago Director of Sales and Development at 312.527.6354, tkarman@mmart.com.

Marketing
Contact:

Prospective sponsorship and promotional and community partners can receive more information about marketing plans by contacting Renee Mariotti, Vice President of Marketing for Art Chicago at 312.527.0049, rmariotti@mmart.com.

Media Contact:

Media interested in learning more about Art Chicago should contact Kasey Madden, Public Relations, Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc.; 312.527.7792, kmadden@mmart.com.

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