During Open House Chicago 2025, the Urban Juncture Foundation team will host free programming at the historic Forum complex celebrating Bronzeville’s rich classical music history. The weekend will feature live performances from Junta Ensemble, KenChris, MaritalSax?, and Bourne’ Family. While you visit, stop by the newly opened Forum Cafe for bites and additional programming.

Forum Hall:

10:00am-1:00pm MaritalSax? (Classical)

1:00p-5:00p Bourne’ Family (Gospel)

Forum Cafe:

10:00am-1:00p Forum Neighborhood history tours // Soup & Sandwich: The Red Experience

1:00p-2:00p Musical Journeys panel discussion with performers from The Forum

2:00p-4:30p Forum Neighborhood history tours

Learn more about The Forum’s Open House Chicago site here.

The History of Classical Music in Bronzeville