Milestones

Explore the milestones that have shaped The Chicago Academy for the Arts into the nation’s premier performing and visual arts high school. From our founding in 1981 in the historic 718 West Adams Street building to our upcoming 50th anniversary in 2031, this timeline captures the defining moments of excellence and innovation that continue to inspire the Academy community.

Discover how our commitment to generations of young artists has built a legacy of success—one milestone at a time.