Open House Chicago

One weekend. 20+ Chicago neighborhoods. 170+ places to explore.

Open the door to architectural gems all over Chicago. Every October, the Chicago Architecture Center hosts one of the largest architecture events in the world — Open House Chicago. Since 2011, this free public event has offered behind-the-scenes access to the greatest spaces and places in Chicago, including soaring skyscrapers, historic spaces, private residences, and other areas not normally open to the public. It’s the perfect opportunity to experience the diversity and history of Chicago’s unique architectural legacy.

Event Details

Come explore over 170 Open House Chicago sites across more than 20 different neighborhoods that have opened their doors for the weekend. This year’s sites include Commercial, Residential, Fine Arts, Architecture and Design Studio, Sacred Spaces, Cultural/Community, and many other sites.

You will be able to access to some Amenities as well like Family Friendly sites, Restrooms Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Photography Allowed at some places, Refreshments Available, Refreshments for Purchase.

Throughout the weekend, OHC sites will host a variety of programs and activations. Take part in fun events, tours, and pop-ups, including:

Help make a mosaic at Growing Home’s Wood Street Urban Farm

Take a salsa lesson at the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture

Make a Day of the Dead craft at Graceland Cemetary

Sample craft spirits during a tour of KOVAL Distillery

Watch glass-blowing demonstrations at Firebird Community Arts

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