Pillars of democracy: unite & rise tour - Schaumburg, il
Apr
16

Pillars of democracy: unite & rise tour - Schaumburg, il

Join artist Niki Johnson for a combined artist talk and hands-on writing activity exploring Pillars of Democracy: Unite & Rise at the Schaumburg Township District Library. Johnson will share insights into her creative process and the themes behind the exhibition, followed by guided discussion and creative reflection around democracy, equity, and civic participation.

This event is free and open to the public. Registration required. View event for registration details.

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Pillars of Democracy: Unite & Rise Community Workshop Schaumburg, IL
Apr
18

Pillars of Democracy: Unite & Rise Community Workshop Schaumburg, IL

Designed for teens and adults, this interactive workshop at the Schaumburg Township District Library invites participants to explore identity, voice, and civic engagement through art-making and conversation. Led by artist Niki Johnson, teens create expressive artwork while reflecting on what democracy means to them and their role in shaping the future.

This event is free and open to the public. Registration required. View event for registration details.

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Pillars of Democracy: Unite & Rise Tour - Galesburg, il
May
1

Pillars of Democracy: Unite & Rise Tour - Galesburg, il

Join artist Niki Johnson for a combined artist talk and hands-on writing activity exploring Pillars of Democracy: Unite & Rise at the Galesburg Community Arts Center. Johnson will share insights into her creative process and the themes behind the exhibition, followed by guided discussion and creative reflection around democracy, equity, and civic participation.

This event is free and open to the public.

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Pillars of democracy: unite & rise Community Workshop - Galesburg, il
May
2

Pillars of democracy: unite & rise Community Workshop - Galesburg, il

Designed for teens and adults, this interactive workshop at the Galesburg Community Arts Center invites participants to explore identity, voice, and civic engagement through art-making and conversation. Led by artist Niki Johnson, teens create expressive artwork while reflecting on what democracy means to them and their role in shaping the future.

This event is free and open to the public. Registration required. Registration details to come.

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Pillars of Democracy: Unite & Rise Tour - Springfield, il
May
15

Pillars of Democracy: Unite & Rise Tour - Springfield, il

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Join artist Niki Johnson for a combined artist talk and hands-on writing activity exploring Pillars of Democracy: Unite & Rise at The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. Johnson will share insights into her creative process and the themes behind the exhibition, followed by guided discussion and creative reflection around democracy, equity, and civic participation.

This event is free and open to the public.

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Pillars of Democracy: Unite & Rise Community Workshop Springfield, Il
May
16

Pillars of Democracy: Unite & Rise Community Workshop Springfield, Il

Designed for teens and adults, this interactive workshop at The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum invites participants to explore identity, voice, and civic engagement through art-making and conversation. Led by artist Niki Johnson, teens create expressive artwork while reflecting on what democracy means to them and their role in shaping the future.

This event is free and open to the public. Registration required. Registration details to come.

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Pillars of Democracy: Unite & Rise Tour - Chicago, il
Jun
5

Pillars of Democracy: Unite & Rise Tour - Chicago, il

Join artist Niki Johnson for a combined artist talk and hands-on writing activity exploring Pillars of Democracy: Unite & Rise. Johnson will share insights into her creative process and the themes behind the exhibition, followed by guided discussion and creative reflection around democracy, equity, and civic participation.

This event is free and open to the public.

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Pillars of Democracy: Unite & Rise Communtiy Workshop Chicago, Il
Jun
6

Pillars of Democracy: Unite & Rise Communtiy Workshop Chicago, Il

Designed for teens and adults, this interactive workshop invites participants to explore identity, voice, and civic engagement through art-making and conversation. Led by artist Niki Johnson, teens create expressive artwork while reflecting on what democracy means to them and their role in shaping the future.

This event is free and open to the public. Registration required. Registration details to come.

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Voting Rights: The Foundation of Democracy
Aug
6

Voting Rights: The Foundation of Democracy

The League of Women Voters of Wisconsin will host Voting Rights: The Foundation of Democracy at the Wisconsin State Capitol on August 6th, from 9 AM to 3 PM, in celebration of the 60th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act. Free and open to the public, this daylong event will feature a keynote address by Dianna Wynn, President of the League of Women Voters of the United States, at noon. Pillars of Democracy will be on view in the Capitol Rotunda throughout the duration of this historic gathering.

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League of Women Voters of Wisconsin 2025 State Convention
Jun
6
to Jun 7

League of Women Voters of Wisconsin 2025 State Convention

Pillars of Democracy is playing an integral role in this two-day conference, which brings together twenty-one local Leagues from across Wisconsin. Centered on the intersection of arts and civic activism, the event highlighted key policy initiatives pursued by the League of Women Voters of Wisconsin alongside community-based art activation projects from the past year.

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Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin’s 90th Annual Luncheon
Jun
4

Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin’s 90th Annual Luncheon

Pillars of Democracy is playing an integral role in this one-day fundraising event celebrating 90 years of Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin providing healthcare across the state. Wisconsin Poet Laureate Dasha Kelly Hamilton will emcee the program, which promises an empowering reflection on the past, present, and future of reproductive care in the state.

Three of the four first-time voters in Pillars of Democracy— Lola, Becca, and Courtney—are participating in the event, standing beside the figure featuring their portrait.

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