CULTURAL & COMMUNITY EVENTS
Barrington’s White House offers outstanding performances and cultural events. Each season, we’ll host some of the most renowned artists and speakers in the world. For ticketing information, see the calendar below.
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If you have questions about events, a cultural programming suggestion or would like to sponsor an event, please call 224.512.4066 or email culturalevents@barringtonswhitehouse.com.
● 3rd Thursday Artist Application
Our 3rd Thursday Art Night Out receptions feature local visual artists and are free and open to the public. If you’d like to be considered, please complete our Artist Application and include samples of your work.
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September 2021
The Shedd Aquarium: Authoring Chicago’s Water Story
Making an Impact on Lake Michigan and the Chicago River with President and CEO Dr. Bridget C. Coughlin Join Dr. Bridget C.…
Find out more »October 2021
Aligning Charitable Giving with Your Values and Passions: An Interactive Presentation by Local Philanthropic Experts
Wondering how your donations will be impacted by the new tax codes? Interested in planned giving but not sure which option is…
Find out more »“Paint the Town Barrington” 5th Annual Plein Air Artists’ Reception
Just as the artists of Paris have done for hundreds of years, local artists will paint “Plein Air” (outdoors in the open…
Find out more »Courageous Conversations: Befriending Radical Disagreement
How can friendships open our minds and expand our thinking? When Matthew Stevenson invited white nationalist R. Derek Black to Shabbat dinner,…
Find out more »2nd Thursdays Jazz Cabaret
Enjoy an in-person cabaret-like experience or watch virtually as Barrington’s White House presents jazz enthusiasts performing their favorite tunes in an “open…
Find out more »Race, Equity, and Cultural Diversity Initiatives with District 220’s Nate Rouse
Barrington School District 220’s first-ever Director of Equity, Race, and Cultural Diversity Initiatives will give our community an overview of the district’s…
Find out more »3rd Thursdays Art Night Out: Old World-Inspired Classical Fine Art with Diane Hynes
Diane Hynes’s passion, classical training, and unique ability to capture the likeness and personality of her subjects give her art an old-world…
Find out more »“The Transformative Power of Higher Education” with DePaul University President Dr. A. Gabriel Esteban
DePaul is a private university with a very public mission: to give people of all backgrounds the opportunity to earn a high-quality…
Find out more »November 2021
“Change the World: Invest in Women and Girls” with Catherine Bertini
Catherine Bertini, an accomplished leader in international organization reform and a powerful advocate for women and girls, will describe the pivotal role…
Find out more »Courageous Conversations: Minding How Media Shapes Our Minds
Are we aware of how much media influences our thinking? How can we stop the spread of misinformation and polarization? Join hosts…
Find out more »2nd Thursdays Jazz Cabaret
Enjoy an in-person cabaret-like experience or watch virtually as Barrington’s White House presents jazz enthusiasts performing their favorite tunes in an “open…
Find out more »Soprano Michelle Areyzaga: “The Killer B’s: Brahms, Barber, Bernstein & Beyond”
As a coveted performer with a diverse repertoire, American soprano Michelle Areyzaga is held in high regard by orchestras and opera companies throughout the…
Find out more »3rd Thursdays Art Night Out: Expressions in Oils: The Collections of Frankie Johnson
Artist Frankie Johnson explores the dynamics of light and color in oils, using a variety of subjects as her inspiration, including figurative,…
Find out more »December 2021
Courageous Conversations: Reckoning with Injustice
What happens when your morality, spirituality and politics feel at odds? What does faith have to do with equity and inclusion? Join…
Find out more »2nd Thursdays Jazz Cabaret
Enjoy an in-person cabaret-like experience or watch virtually as Barrington’s White House presents jazz enthusiasts performing their favorite tunes in an “open…
Find out more »“Carols Near and Far: A Global Holiday Celebration” with Bella Voce Camerata
Join the Bella Voce Camerata for a joyful journey around the globe this holiday season. Enjoy familiar and new carols including “Stille Nacht” from…
Find out more »Citizens for Conservation Celebrates 50 Years
This art show, the last event of Citizens for Conservation's 50th anniversary year, will showcase the accomplished work of various CFC volunteers…
Find out more »Christmas Carol Sing-a-Long with Nancie Tobison
The family tradition we started in 2019 is back again in 2021! Visit Barrington’s White House and sing along with your favorite…
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