Art Institute of Chicago Screensaver
The Art Institute of Chicago screensaver shows real works from the Art Institute of Chicago's open-access collection, read key-less from its own API and shown full-frame with title, artist and date. It's free, runs in your browser, and ESC exits.
How the Art Institute of Chicago screensaver works
The saver reads Art Institute of Chicago directly in your browser — no key and no account.
Real works from the Art Institute of Chicago's open-access collection, read key-less from its own API and shown full-frame with title, artist and date..
It refreshes on a schedule, so what you see stays current.
Colours and the accent can be changed in settings; nothing is stored beyond your own browser.
A worked example
Real works from the Art Institute of Chicago's open-access collection, read key-less from its own API and shown full-frame with title, artist and date.
Settings & tips
- Accent and Background recolour the display.
- Data comes straight from Art Institute of Chicago in your browser.
- Press ESC to leave fullscreen.
Frequently asked questions
- Is this real data?
- Yes — it comes from Art Institute of Chicago and is refreshed on a schedule.
- Is a key needed?
- No. This source is fully key-less.
- Does it need an internet connection?
- Yes — it reads a live source, so it needs a connection to update.
- Is it free?
- Yes — free, no download, in your browser.