Comicopolis

Are you interested in comic book culture and Illinois history? Join us at White Oak Library District on June 27th for a fascinating program exploring how deeply Illinois and comics are connected!

This engaging presentation explores the “symbiotic relationship” between Illinois and comics culture—looking at how politics, labor, law enforcement, education, architecture, and identity all show up in the stories we read. From Hollywood to Broadway, the Mafia to Congress, even a future King of England—Illinois has left its mark on storytelling in unexpected ways.

Dr. Stephen Harrick is a writer, historian, scholar, educator, and theatre artist. He has written about comics culture for Comics Beat, Straight Up Magazine, and The Arts STL.

Register Here! https://whiteoak.librarycalendar.com/event/road-scholar-comic-book-illinois-66407

Leo Bassow will be at Comicopolis on July 18, 2026 representing Little Moth Maker.
Little Moth Maker features hand-printed linocut prints, patches, apparel, and zines. The work leans into handmade printmaking techniques with a strong DIY aesthetic, offering pieces that feel tactile, expressive, and rooted in traditional print craft.
https://www.instagram.com/littlem0thmaker?igsh=MXAxMzRiYThkeHY1ag%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Morgan Lustro will be at Comicopolis on July 18, 2026 showcasing work from cozylittleartshoppe.
cozylittleartshoppe is a queer-owned small business based in the Chicago suburbs, featuring all-original artwork drawn and designed by a single artist. The shop offers a wide range of handmade goods including acrylic keychains, enamel pins, art prints, lanyards, stationery, buttons, washi tape, notepads, stickers, and sticker sheets. The art spans from nostalgic cartoon, game, and classic anime influences to original cute, spooky, and vintage-inspired designs—each piece created with a strong focus on care, personality, and craftsmanship.
https://www.etsy.com/shop/cozylittleartshoppe