Adler Arts Center

Adler Arts Center

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A home for the arts in Libertyville. The Adler Arts Center at 1700 North Milwaukee Avenue in Libertyville, Illinois was the residence of architect David Adler.

He lived there in the 1864 farmhouse from 1918 until his death on September 27, 1949. Today, the historic property, nominated to the National Register of Historic Places on November 22, 1999, includes the home and 11 acres. Under the guidance of William McCormick Blair, President Emeritus of the Art Institute of Chicago and long-time neighbor and friend of Adler, The David Adler Music and Arts Cen

08/21/2026

NEW AT ADLER: The Adler Craft Club! ✂️

Bring whatever you’re working on and spend the evening making things with other creative people. Knitting, crochet, embroidery, collage, journaling, or that half-finished project you’ve been meaning to get back to. All crafts and skill levels are welcome.

We’ll have some basic supplies around, plus light snacks and tea. You bring the rest!

4th Wednesday of every month | 6–8 pm
Ages 13 & up
FREE
Facilitated by Ellen Williams

First meeting: Sept. 23

Come hang out and make stuff with us!!

Sign up here: https://go.asapconnected.com/?org=4153 =376837

Photos from Adler Arts Center's post 08/19/2026

Tonight!! 6-8pm in the Adler Ballroom! Join us for our free monthly art drop-in. BYO supplies, still life set up!

08/17/2026

We’re so excited to be collaborating with for the 15th Annual Mundelein Arts Festival!

Join us September 19 & 20 at Courtland Commons for a fantastic weekend celebrating creativity and community, featuring amazing artists, live music, kids’ crafts, and more, with FREE admission!

Featuring music by: Frank Bagot, Lili Sanner, Maggie & Mark, and Drew Wiegman

For more information visit: mundeleincommunityconnection.org/community-events/arts-festival/

08/12/2026

Escape to Monet’s garden—no passport required.

Inspired by the lush florals, dreamy landscapes, and romantic colors of Claude Monet’s beloved Giverny, spend an afternoon at Adler creating your own floral landscape arrangement inspired by Impressionism.

Saturday, August 29, 12–2 PM, Ages 18+, $125 | All supplies included

Sign up here: https://go.asapconnected.com/?org=4153 =3080008

08/11/2026

🎶 Fall music lessons are officially underway at the Adler Arts Center this week! Wishing a happy start of the school year to all!

Photos from MainStreet Libertyville's post 08/06/2026

Tomorrow!

Photos from Adler Arts Center's post 08/06/2026

Tomorrow, August 7th from 11am-2pm 𝐌𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐄𝐄𝐓 𝐋𝐈𝐁𝐄𝐑𝐓𝐘𝐕𝐈𝐋𝐋𝐄 wraps up the 2026 Lunch in the Park season! We’ll be back offering kids crafts! See you there!

Photos from Adler Arts Center's post 08/05/2026

Looking for your next creative outlet?

Explore our Writers' Salon, Art Drop-in, Mini Makers, and Floral Workshop at the link below!!

Workshops at Adler: adlercenter.org/workshops-drop-ins/

08/04/2026

It’s the last week of summer music lessons!! Fall music lessons begin next week (8/10), and there’s still time to register! Give us a call at 847-367-0707 to sign up!

07/31/2026

The woods are more than a backdrop. They're a classroom, a sanctuary, and a place where creativity and nature grow together.

In our latest Adler Journal blog post, Rachel Erdmann shares a heartfelt reflection and conversation with Jacqueline Anderson and Amanda Losness-Ross on why protecting this little oasis matters. Read at the link below.

The Adler Journal: adlercenter.org/protecting-our-oasis-a-reflection-on-the-woods/

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1700 N Milwaukee Avenue
Libertyville, IL
60048

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 7pm
Saturday 9am - 2pm