Current Exhibits / Main Space

Confines of Content: Interpretation and design in artists' books from the collection of NUL

July 8 - August 28, 2008

"Forever 29"
Chicago Hand Bookbinders

July 8 - August 28, 2008

This year's Chicago Hand Bookbinders Exhibition marks the organization's 30th anniversary. This past year, the CHB's 29th year, marked a transitional phase for the organization and, on the cusp of a new chapter in it's existence, it faces a struggle with its identity and direction.

The "Forever 29" exhibit reflects in many ways this struggle. It signifies this entity moving from youth to middle age. It represents a pivot point for the Chicago Hand Bookbinders, moving the organization into it's 30th year, where it begins in a new direction.