Christopher Art Gallery - Prairie State College

Christopher Art Gallery

 

Named for its generous donors, Bob and Marty Christopher, the Christopher Art Gallery is located on the main campus of Prairie State College. he gallery hosts six to eight shows per year, featuring local, regional and national artists, as well as student works. Gallery Director, Javier Chavira, recommends programming and often acts as curator for shows.

Juan Fernández - Born on a Forgotten Day

January 5 - February 4, 2026

Public Reception: Wednesday January 14, 11 a.m -1 p.m.

In Born on a Forgotten Day, Fernández explores how people create meaning through the spaces they inhabit. Drawing from his ongoing series Façade, the work reflects on overlooked architectural forms and the quiet narratives they hold—revealing themes of identity, memory, and place. His photographs invite viewers to pause and consider the emotional and cultural stories embedded in the built environment around us.

Promotional poster for the Christopher Art Gallery exhibition “Juan Fernández: Born on a Forgotten Day,” featuring a photograph of two large white cylindrical structures set against a cloudy sky, with exhibition dates January 5–February 4, 2026.

 

Hours of Operation


Monday - Thursday
(Summer and holiday hours vary)
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
(Unless Noted)

Exhibition Calendar


 

Artist Information