Moore College of Art & Design

Moore College of Art & Design is a vibrant arts college educating artists and designers for careers in the visual arts. Moore is an exciting cultural and educational destination for visitors and residents alike.

The Galleries at Moore
Enjoy a wide range of contemporary art exhibitions and public programs including artists’ talks and lectures, film screenings and special events.
The Art Shop
Choose from a distinctive array of original artwork and designs by Moore students and alumnae.
Creative Opportunities
BFA Program for women; Coeducational Graduate Programs; Coeducational Adult and Youth Continuing Education Programs including: Professional Certificate Programs, Young Artists Workshop, Teachers Summer Institute and Summer Art & Design Institute for High School Girls.
The Sculpture Park
Changing installations in the park in front of the college feature large-scale sculptures by international artists.

For Adults

The Galleries at Moore offer dynamic FREE contemporary exhibitions and exciting Gallery spaces. Visit www.thegalleriesatmoore.org for details.

Free Community/ Public Events including artists talks, lectures and film screenings. Visit www.moore.edu or click here to view our online calendar

Continuing Education for Adults offers classes for men and women at all levels. Be inspired to cultivate your creativity and expand your professional and personal interests. Visit www.moore.edu or click on Continuing Education for details.

Facilities Rental / Weddings visit facilities rental to learn more about Moore’s central location on Logan Square, distinctive contemporary architectural spaces and competitive rates.

For Kids

Young Artists Workshop engage boys and girls grades 1-12 to express their creative talents. Saturday Classes and Summer Classes offer distinct opportunities in areas such as fashion design, fine arts and animation. Moore also offers fall and spring art courses for youth with special needs. Learn more about Moore’s Youth Programs.

Summer Art & Design Institute (high-school women grades 10-12) is a pre-college residency program that immerses students in college-level study in one of three areas of concentration. Learn more about the Summer Art & Design Institute.

For Students, Schools/Teachers

BFA for Women Moore is the first and only visual arts college for women in the US. Founded in 1848, the college sets the standard of excellence in educating women for careers in the visual arts. Learn more about the BFA at Moore.

Graduate Programs Moore offers coeducational three summer intensive, low-residency graduate degrees: an MFA in Studio Arts, MFA in Interior Design and an MA in Art Education with an Emphasis in Special Populations. Learn more about Graduate Programs.

Young Artists Workshop engage (boys and girls grades 1-12) to express their creative talents. Saturday Classes and Summer Classes offer distinct opportunities in areas such as fashion design, fine arts and animation. Moore also offers fall and spring art courses for youth with special needs. Learn more about Moore’s Youth Programs.

Summer Art & Design Institute (high-school women grades 10-12) is a pre-college residency program that immerses students in college-level study in one of three areas of study. Learn more about the Summer Art & Design Institute.

Teachers Summer Institue is an annual professional retreat for art educators. Learn more about Moore’s Teachers Summer Institute.