Artists Book House to Host 'Citizen Printer' Exhibition Featuring Renowned Artist Amos Kennedy in Irving Park

By Socialhood News · Il/Chicago/Irving Park · December 30, 2025

Irving Park's cultural landscape is getting brighter this December as the Artists Book House prepares to host a special exhibition celebrating renowned printmaker Amos Paul Kennedy, Jr. The event, centered around Kennedy's new monograph 'Citizen Printer' from the Letterform Archive, will feature an author signing, exhibition of Kennedy's work, and various poster prints available for purchase.

Kennedy, who describes himself as a "humble negro printer," is internationally recognized for his type-driven messages of social justice and Black power, emblazoned in rhythmically layered and boldly inked prints made for the masses. The exhibition continues the Artists Book House's mission of bringing significant cultural experiences to the neighborhood. Located at 4207 W. Irving Park Road, the Artists Book House workshop space has become a vital cultural hub where residents can take classes in papermaking, printmaking, bookbinding, and creative writing while experiencing local art.

Neighbors interested in exploring this celebration of printmaking can find details on the Artists Book House website. This exhibition represents another step in Irving Park's growing reputation as a destination for arts and culture on Chicago's Northwest Side, providing residents an opportunity to connect with world-class artistic talent right in their own community.

Sources:
1. https://www.artistsbookhouse.org/eventscalendar/amoskennedy
2. https://blockclubchicago.org/2024/10/11/audrey-niffenegger-nonprofit-bringing-book-arts-workshop-to-old-irving-park/