Connect Gallery

08/13/2026

07/26/2026

07/21/2026

06/03/2026

June 13th

04/09/2026

Join us for the Opening of "A Whole Lot Going On" featuring works by .keithley | This Friday, April 10th. Free & Open to the Public | 6PM-10PM | 1451 E 53rd st.

" My work is an exploration of energy, ancestry, and the unseen
stories that shape who we are. I paint and build in layers—both
literally and conceptually—blending vibrant color with raw texture to reflect the emotional complexity of the Black experience." -Barrett

03/26/2026

Join us EXPO WEEKEND for the Opening of "A Whole Lot Going On " A Fine Art Exhibition featuring the works of .keithley . Keithley’s paintings are not merely surfaces of color and form— they are layered worlds, each one grounded in the unseen yet deeply felt. Where every layer can exist as a painting in its own right.

Free & Open to the Public
Opening Reception: Friday, APRIL 10th
6PM- 10PM | 1451 E 53rd st.

02/05/2026

FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC | We are 4 days away from Seeing Sounds Live Podcast & All Ages Coloring Workshop featuring Chicago based Visual, Muralist, & Comic Artist | 🗓️Sunday, February 8th | 📍1451 E 53rd st.

Bring yourself, a friend or family member to experience the 2 part program. All ages welcomed.
Part 1: Artist Talk 12pm - 1:30pm
Part 2: All Ages Coloring Workshop

We hope to see you there.

02/04/2026

“From Kangols to Tuexedos- art is for everyone."- Rob McKay.
Happy Black History month 🖤 Join us at Connect Gallery as we celebrate community, and culture all year long. Whether you’re stopping by for the first time or you’re a familiar face, we’d love to see you at the gallery. Check out our gallery hours and don’t hesitate to reach out to us to schedule an appointment.

🖼️Currently on View: “Onion City Memories” by exhibiting until February 27th, 2026
📍1451 E 53rd st.

02/02/2026

Our friends at Method got a chance to sit with Rob Mckay of and chat about his views on art and connection.
Here is what he had to say.