Chicago Center for
Arts & Technology
Where Creativity Fuels Enterprise
Who CHICAT Is
Launched in 2017, CHICAT believes creativity fuels enterprise. CHICAT leverages the power of art and technology to prepare underserved youth and adults for success in today’s tech-driven economy. We are guided by the original meaning of the word “techni” – which in Ancient Greek means both art and skill. This fusion is the central idea behind CHICAT and our programs.
What We Do
CHICAT offers a range of art and technology programs. Regardless of the type of program, CHICAT teaches students to think like artists to foster creativity, curiosity, and persistence. Through creativity, CHICAT develops resourceful, creative problem solvers and innovators, with the persistence to work through ambiguity and the curiosity to step into the unknown to discover new things. We develop creative thinkers who have the imagination to discern patterns, deduce next steps, and anticipate outcomes. These creative thinking skills are the hallmarks of the best workers in any field. They are also the skills of an artist.
Being at CHICAT has been a truly special experience for me . . . finding a new job right after has been a huge accomplishment for me and my family.
Between all the different activities [CHICAT] has for digital art, they have something that will match your creativity.
I like learning about art, and I think it's really fun to learn new skills!
Gallery 1701
CHICAT is proud to be home to Gallery 1701, our beautiful fine art space that celebrates creativity, culture, and community.
