Chesterton Art Center is a vibrant hub of artistic and cultural activity in the Duneland area. CAC widens access to art, arts education, and outreach to build a creative community that includes everyone.

116 Capital Campaign

Chesterton Art Center is thrilled to announce the acquisition of a new building located at 116 South 4th Street, directly across from our existing building.

Once renovated, 116 will feature two new studio classrooms—a dedicated ceramics studio and multi-purpose 2D studio for painting, printmaking, drawing, and more. Additionally, the building will serve as the hub for CAC’s growing ArtsConnect classes for adults aged 60+ and allow us to host larger community events and programs.

Together, we’re not just expanding CAC—we’re expanding what’s possible.

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Youth + Teen Summer Programs
Begin June 1, 2026

Opportunities for young artists to explore a broad range of artistic disciplines in a supportive environment that encourages creativity and collaboration!

Adult Classes + Workshops

CAC studio art classes + workshops provide a space for artists of every age + skill lever to learn.

67th Annual Chesterton Art Fair
August 1 + 2, 2026

Chesterton Art Fair features 90+ artists, live music, family activities, food vendors and free parking for our almost four thousand visitors.

Youth Classes + Workshops

Registration is open for youth + teen classes for December + January!

Chesterton Art Center’s quarterly newsletter containing information about exhibitions, outreach, and events.

CAC Summer Newsletter

Janel Borsos
July 1–September 30, 2026

This exhibition is presented in partnership with Westchester Public Library as part of the quarterly Exhibition Series CAC @ WPL

 Thank You to Our Supporters!

Chesterton Duneland Kiwanis | Chesterton-Porter Rotary Club
Duneland Resale Fund | Luella Cline DeWulf Fund
The June Wallace Looby Trust | Urschel Giving

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Testimonials

“After the first class, you’re hooked,” and that creating at CAC has given her freedom. “You can do no wrong and can always learn from it.” - Susie Cook on finding a creative home and sense of community at CAC.

“A treasure in the Duneland community of Chesterton. Don't miss the annual Chesterton Art Fair in August.”

— Carolyn S.

“Chesterton Art Center is run well. I'm hoping to have a fun and wonderful selling experience.”

— Keith G.

“Great friendly staff, very good collections and selections of available art for sale. Also a great gallery space for exhibition.”

— Linda L.

“The Chesterton Art Center offers much to the artist and non-artist alike. A great place with great programs!”

— Stephen B.