OUR PROGRAMS
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61st Street Farmers Market
Offers the freshest locally grown fruits, vegetables, and produce to Woodlawn and surrounding neighborhoods. We also provide food education to children and adults.
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Blackstone Bicycle Works
Supports and engages youth from Chicago’s South Side through bicycle education. Youth develop problem-solving, leadership, and life skills through STEM concepts.
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Link Up Illinois
Provides access and affordability to farm-fresh fruits and vegetables by doubling the value of Link purchases at farmers markets, grocery and corner stores in Illinois.
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Chicago Farmers Markets Link Access
In partnership with Chicago’s Department of Cultural and Special Events, we provide SNAP/Link services at the city’s farmers markets.
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Arts & Events
We support South Side artists of color and provide space for arts and cultural events that are free and open to the public.
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Small Business Incubation
We provide discounted long-term rental space and resources to mission-aligned local businesses and journalism institutions.
What is new?
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2023 Food Access Report
It details our work to increase a healthy eating culture and rebuild Illinois’ food system.
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Free After-School Program
Our spring schedule runs through Jan 16 - June 6, Monday - Thursday, 4 - 7pm.
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MARCH 25-29, 2024
A free program for youth ages 10-18 from Woodlawn and South Side Neighborhood.
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APRIL 28, 2024
Join us for an evening of musical, magical, & poetic performances.
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JAN 16 - JUN 6, 2024
The program is for youth ages 13-18 from Woodlawn and South Side neighborhoods.
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NOV 30, 2023
Check out our 2023 newsletter for updates about our programs and their impacts.
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NOV 28 IS GIVING TUESDAY!
Give to the Experimental Station, your gift will go far, your impact will be local.
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Nov 16, 2023
Featuring artists and key figures in cultural policy, philanthropy, and social justice
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Nov 4, 23 - Apr 13, 24
Our 61st Street Farmers Market will be indoors, in the Experimental Station’s building.
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Oct 30 - Nov 22, 2023
This free bike program is for youths from Woodlawn and Southside Neighborhoods.
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Mar 21, 2023
Free Event: Maggie Bridger | Lab E: In-Process Showing, April 2nd 1-3pm
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Nov 29, 2022
GIVING TUESDAY: BECOME A MONTHLY DONOR to sustain our efforts in the community.
