# Chicago Siskel and Ebert sculpture project

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/chicago-siskel-and-ebert-sculpture-project
> Updated: 2026-11-07T02:35:36.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

A project is underway to create a life-size bronze sculpture in Chicago to honor the legacy of film critics Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert. The initiative, led by producer Pam Kasper with support from the critics' widows, aims to raise $230,000 through partnerships and public donations.

To fund the monument, organizers have organized an auction of over 300 pieces of film memorabilia. Notable items include signed posters from films such as ‘Taxi Driver,’ ‘Raging Bull,’ ‘Raiders of the Lost Ark,’ and ‘The Sound of Music,’ as well as items related to ‘The Bear’ and Bill Murray. The sculpture is expected to be completed by 2028.

## Timeline

### 2026-11-07: Chicago fundraiser seeks $230,000 for Siskel and Ebert statue

A fundraising effort led by producer Pam Kasper aims to raise $230,000 for a bronze statue honoring film critics Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert in Chicago.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chicago-fundraiser-seeks-230000-for-siskel-and-ebert-statue

### 2026-10-23: Chicago to host life-size Siskel and Ebert sculpture

Chicago is planning a life-size bronze sculpture of famed film critics Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert, with completion expected by 2028.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chicago-to-host-life-size-siskel-and-ebert-sculpture

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