SFAN ART & FOOD TOURS OF CHICAGO & MEXICO CITY
WITH STEPHEN C. WAGNER AS YOUR TOUR GUIDE
Join me in CHICAGO in September 2025
(scroll down to register for SFAN Mexico City Art & Food Tours in February 2026)
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STEPHEN C. WAGNER Stephen C. Wagner is the ideal person to guide you to the top art museums, best art galleries, hidden gems art venues, local restaurants, and special neighborhood spots that he has discovered while living in Chicago for over 15 years. |
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Register NOW to reserve your space to join me in Chicago
for the SFAN "ART & FOOD TOURS" in September, 2025
tours for English-speaking visitors
for the SFAN "ART & FOOD TOURS" in September, 2025
tours for English-speaking visitors
Stephen will guide you through each neighborhood, pointing out interesting and unique sites, take you to visit between six and eight art galleries & art venues, and introduce you to a few of the gallery directors and staff to hear about their program and the exhibition on display.
Lunch is included in the registration fee with a dish of your choice and a beverage of your choice. Other dishes or beverages may be purchased by attendees at any of the local food stops that we will make during the visits to art galleries.
Lunch is included in the registration fee with a dish of your choice and a beverage of your choice. Other dishes or beverages may be purchased by attendees at any of the local food stops that we will make during the visits to art galleries.
REGISTER FOR SFAN ART & FOOD TOURS FOR SEPTEMBER 2025:
Early Bird Special Prices SFAN CHICAGO ART & FOOD TOURS
if reserved by July 1st, 2025
SFAN ART & FOOD TOURS
additional $25 each per person if reserved after July 1st, 2025
Cancellations may be made on or before July 31st to receive a full refund.
Cancellations made on August 1st or later are non-refundable.
lunch included in each tour
if reserved by July 1st, 2025
SFAN ART & FOOD TOURS
additional $25 each per person if reserved after July 1st, 2025
Cancellations may be made on or before July 31st to receive a full refund.
Cancellations made on August 1st or later are non-refundable.
lunch included in each tour
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★ Monday, Sept. 8th, 11AM-3:30PM
Chicago Art & Architecture: Chicago is the History of Architecture $225. per person Early Bird Included in this tour is a walk past architectural icons, a visit to Art Institute of Chicago, the Chicago Architecture Center, and the Chicago River bridgehouse, the riverwalk, the river architecture cruise (voted #1 boat tour in the U.S. by USA Today) & outdoor lunch on the riverwalk. Note that the $27 entry fee for the Art Institute of Chicago and the $75 fee for the river cruise are included in tour price |
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★ Tuesday, Sept. 9th, 11AM-3PM
River North Contemporary Art: The Pulse of the Chicago Art Scene $150. per person Early Bird Included in this tour is a visit to the many quality art galleries in the River North Gallery District, a stop at the Chicago Museum of Contemporary Art, and a delcious lunch of Chicago-Style Deep Dish Pizza. Note that the $22 entry fee for the Chicago Museum of Contemporary Art is included in tour price |
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★ Wednesday, Sept. 10th, 10:15AM-3PM
The Loop Design & Public Art: The Icons of the Windy City $150. per person Early Bird This tour includes a private showing at the Art Institute of Chicago Print & Drawing study room, art & design museums, major outdoor public art, urban street art, & Chicago-style hot dog lunch. Note that this tour starts early for the private showing at the Art Institute. |
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★ Thursday, Sept. 11th, 11AM-3PM
West Town Art Galleries: The Up & Coming Chicago Arts District $125. per person Early Bird Included in this tour is a visit to the a large variety of art galleries from low-brow to high-end in the West Town Gallery District and a stop at a Puerto Rica restaurant for a tasty lunch. |
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★ Friday, Sept. 19th, 6-10PM
3rd Friday Art Walk: Visit Artists in the Workspaces $125. per person Early Bird This evening tour includes visiting artists during open studios and art events along 35th Street & a delicious Mexican dinner. Note that this evening tour is the following week after the previous tours. |
Join me in MEXICO CITY in February 2026
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STEPHEN C. WAGNER Stephen C. Wagner is the ideal person to guide you to the best art galleries, unique cafes, local food vendors, and enamoring neighborhood spots that he has discovered in his many extensive month-long trips to historic Mexico City. |
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Register NOW to reserve your space to join me in Mexico City
for the SFAN "ART & FOOD TOURS" Feb. 3rd & 4th, and Feb. 10th to 13th, 2026
tours for English-speaking visitors
for the SFAN "ART & FOOD TOURS" Feb. 3rd & 4th, and Feb. 10th to 13th, 2026
tours for English-speaking visitors
Stephen will guide you through each neighborhood, pointing out interesting and unique sites, take you to visit between six and eight art galleries & art venues, and introduce you to a few of the gallery directors and staff to hear about their program and the exhibition on display.
Lunch is included in the registration fee with a Mexican dish of your choice and a beverage of your choice. Other dishes or beverages may be purchased by attendees at any of the local food stops that we will make during the visits to art galleries.
Also, you may plan your visit to Mexico City in 2026 to start the week before the SFAN tours for ZonaMaco, the largest art fair in Latin America, along with the auxiliary Salon Acme, Feria Material, and BADA art fairs - February 5th thru 8th.
Lunch is included in the registration fee with a Mexican dish of your choice and a beverage of your choice. Other dishes or beverages may be purchased by attendees at any of the local food stops that we will make during the visits to art galleries.
Also, you may plan your visit to Mexico City in 2026 to start the week before the SFAN tours for ZonaMaco, the largest art fair in Latin America, along with the auxiliary Salon Acme, Feria Material, and BADA art fairs - February 5th thru 8th.
REGISTER FOR SFAN ART & FOOD TOURS FOR FEBRUARY 2026:
Early Bird Special SFAN MEXICO CITY ART & FOOD TOURS
$125. US Dollars each per person if reserved by September 1st, 2025
SFAN ART & FOOD TOURS
$150. US Dollars each per person if reserved after September 1st, 2025
Cancellations may be made on or before December 31st to receive a full refund.
Cancellations made on January 1st or later are non-refundable.
$125. US Dollars each per person if reserved by September 1st, 2025
SFAN ART & FOOD TOURS
$150. US Dollars each per person if reserved after September 1st, 2025
Cancellations may be made on or before December 31st to receive a full refund.
Cancellations made on January 1st or later are non-refundable.
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★ Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026, 11AM- 3PM
A Day of major Diego Rivera murals in Mexico City's El Centro Historico $125. US Dollars per person Immerse yourself in the powerful works of Diego Rivera and discover the vibrant world of Mexican muralism on this walking tour through Mexico City's historic center. Marvel at his monumental works and uncover the stories behind the murals, gaining a deeper understanding of their profound impact on Mexico's cultural and social landscape. Note that this tour occurs prior to the start of the art fairs in Mexico City and the week before the other SFAN tours. |
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★ Wednesday, February 4th, 2026, 11AM - 3PM
Condesa, the delightful Art Deco neighborhood of Mexico City $125. US Dollars per person The Condesa has been a trendy part of the city since the early 20th century, when wealthy people began moving out of the downtown El Centro Historico looking for more space and more greenery. Many of the buildings that surround Parque Mexico & Parque Espana were built after the 1920's, and thus the area is rich in Art Deco and Streamline Moderne style. |
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★ Tuesday, February 10th, 2026, 11AM- 3PM
Roma Norte, the charming colonial-era section of Mexico City $125. US Dollars per person The delightful Roma Norte is considered one of Mexico City's coolest neighborhoods, with its bohemian atmosphere, tree-lined streets, historic mansions, trendy cafes, and superior art galleries. This is a perfect place to take strolls along charming streets, visit the local art venues, and experience the relaxed Mexican lifestyle. |
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★ Wednesday, February 11th, 2026, 11AM - 3PM
San Migeul de Chapultapec, a delightful obscure neighborhood $125. US Dollars per person The quiet neighborhood of San MIguel de Chapultepec is tucked away between a busy traffic artery and the giant Chapultepec Park, but boasts some the best quailty art galleries in the Mexico City. The area features an architectural mix of French-inspired mansions, contemporary apartment blocks, and unadorned storefronts. |
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★ Thursday, February 12th ,2026, 11AM - 3PM
Polanco, the Beverly Hills of Mexico City $125. US Dollars per person The toney neighborhood of the Polanco just north of Chapultepec Park is filled with mansions in the ornate Spanish Colonial Revival style and features high-end art galleries that will wow you. Visit the unique Lincoln Park for a relaxing break and stroll along the premier shopping avenue in the heart of this prestigious district. |
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★ Friday, February 13th, 2026, 11AM - 3PM
El Centro Histórico, Hidden-Gem Art Museums $125. US Dollars per person With the second highest number of museums in the world, surpassed only by Paris, Mexico City is a treasure trove for art enthusiasts. While world-renowned institutions like the Museo Frida Kahlo and the Palacio de Bellas Artes draw countless visitors, the city is also home to numerous lesser-known but equally remarkable art museums. From contemporary galleries to historic collections, these hidden gems showcase everything from colonial masterpieces to cutting-edge modern works. These lesser-touted institutions provide an intimate and enriching exploration of Mexico City's artistic heritage that often go unnoticed by the average tourist. |
Venturing out on your own, art galleries in Mexico City may be:
Hard to find; Closed because they are setting up for a new exhibition; Open but you have to ring an obscure doorbell to be let in: Open but they had already taken down an exhibition that was not yet scheduled to be taken down.
Having a guide who has visited these galleries many times makes for a much easier time of it.
Hard to find; Closed because they are setting up for a new exhibition; Open but you have to ring an obscure doorbell to be let in: Open but they had already taken down an exhibition that was not yet scheduled to be taken down.
Having a guide who has visited these galleries many times makes for a much easier time of it.
Enjoy stops between galleries for lunch to choose from an array of delicious local foods, and for snacks such as tacos, chocolates, ice cream and beverages such as coffee, beer, tequila, & sangria.
SFAN will supply you in advance with an easy-to-use Spanish language glossary of commonly used words, greetings, and phrases for you to study and refer to if needed.
Also, you will receive helpful tips for transportation, lodging, food safety,
and suggestions for major sites, other art venues to visit, and restaurants for fine dining.
Also, you will receive helpful tips for transportation, lodging, food safety,
and suggestions for major sites, other art venues to visit, and restaurants for fine dining.
Stephen C. Wagner
Gallerist, Professional Artist, Educator, Guest Speaker
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Stephen C. Wagner has studied art since the age of six, including workshops at the Witte Museum, Trinity University, and private study, all in his hometown of San Antonio, TX. During his early years, Stephen showed his work in many venues, including juried shows, art fairs, coffeehouses, and art galleries. He obtained his Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Texas at Arlington in painting and graphic communication. Stephen has exhibited and sold his art in galleries in London, Chicago, Dallas, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Laguna Beach, San Diego, Seattle, New Orleans, Palm Springs, Sun Valley, and Kauai. His artwork is included in the permanent collections of the Riverside Art Museum and the Museum of the Living Artist, and in the corporate collections of Johnson & Johnson and Kaiser Permanente.
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Stephen runs the Star Fine Artist Network where he coordinates program for the professional development for artists. He encourages other artists to commit to their artwork and take the steps necessary to become more successful through his guest speaking on professional development for artists at art organizations throughout California. His lectures offer artists insight to jump-start their artist career, obtain clear focus on their intention for their artwork, create a strategic plan for their artist career, compile an impressive artist packet, and master the business of art. Stephen also provides one-on-one consultations with artists to develop strategies, goals, and actions plans. www.sfartistnetwork.org
Stephen was the Managing Partner at Arc Gallery & Studios in San Francisco from 2010 to 2023, featuring a 1,000 sq. ft. art gallery, two smaller galleries, an art education center, ten artist studios, and a coffee shop. www.arc-sf.com
Stephen was the Managing Partner at Arc Gallery & Studios in San Francisco from 2010 to 2023, featuring a 1,000 sq. ft. art gallery, two smaller galleries, an art education center, ten artist studios, and a coffee shop. www.arc-sf.com
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