Welcome to Art News Chicago. By accessing or using this website, you agree to the following Terms of Service. Please read them carefully. If you do not agree with these terms, you should discontinue use of the site.

1. About Art News Chicago

Art News Chicago is an independent online publication covering art news, exhibitions, events, public art, and creative culture across Chicago and the surrounding region. We provide editorial content, community submissions, and promotional opportunities for artists, galleries, and cultural organizations.

2. Use of the Website

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not:

• violate any applicable laws or regulations

• infringe on the rights of others

• disrupt or interfere with the site’s functionality

• attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the site

• submit false, misleading, or harmful information

We may restrict or terminate access for users who violate these terms.

3. User Conduct & Prohibited Activities

Users may not:

• upload or submit harmful, defamatory, or abusive content

• impersonate individuals or organizations

• attempt to hack, disrupt, or damage the site

• use automated tools to scrape or harvest data

• submit content they do not have rights to share

We reserve the right to remove content or restrict access if these rules are violated.

4. Content & Editorial Policy

All articles, features, listings, and editorial content on Art News Chicago are published for informational purposes only. While we strive for accuracy, we do not guarantee that all information is complete, current, or error‑free.

Art News Chicago may:

• edit or decline submissions

• correct errors

• update or remove content

• modify editorial policies at any time

Editorial decisions are final.

5. User Submissions (News, Events, Announcements)

Users may submit exhibitions, events, announcements, and other information through our submission form.

By submitting content, you agree that:

• you have the right to share the information

• your submission may be edited for clarity, accuracy, or formatting

• your submission may be published, archived, or removed at our discretion

• you grant Art News Chicago a non‑exclusive license to publish the content

• you are responsible for the accuracy of your submission

We do not guarantee publication of any submission.

6. Advertising & Sponsored Content

Art News Chicago offers advertising opportunities for galleries, events, and cultural organizations.

Advertisers agree that:

• all submitted ads must comply with applicable laws

• ads may not contain misleading, harmful, or inappropriate content

• advertisers are responsible for the accuracy of their claims

• Art News Chicago may reject or remove ads at its discretion

Sponsored content will be clearly labeled when applicable.

7. Intellectual Property

All content on this website—including text, images, graphics, logos, and layout—is the property of Art News Chicago unless otherwise noted.

You may not:

• copy

• reproduce

• republish

• distribute

• or commercially exploit

any content without written permission.

Third‑party images, submissions, and materials remain the property of their respective owners.

8. Copyright Concerns

If you believe that content on this site infringes your rights, you may contact us with:

• your name

• a description of the copyrighted work

• the URL of the content in question

• a statement of good‑faith belief

• your contact information

We will review and respond appropriately.

9. Third‑Party Links

Art News Chicago may include links to external websites. We are not responsible for:

• the content

• accuracy

• policies

• or practices

of any third‑party sites. Users access external links at their own risk.

10. Age Requirements

This website is intended for users aged 13 and older.

11. Termination of Access

We may suspend or terminate access to the site at our discretion, including for violations of these Terms.

12. Disclaimer of Warranties

This website is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, including:

• accuracy

• reliability

• availability

• or fitness for a particular purpose

We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error‑free operation.

13. Limitation of Liability

Art News Chicago is not liable for any damages arising from:

• use of the site

• inability to access the site

• reliance on published content

• third‑party links or services

This includes direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

14. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States.

15. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms of Service at any time. Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

16. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact:

legal@artnewschicago.com