Chicago Open House

On October 18–19, we’re participating in Open House Chicago with the @Chicago Architecture Center! We’re one of more than 200 sites in 25+ neighborhoods welcoming visitors for this FREE annual architecture festival.

Every October, the Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) is proud to host Open House Chicago (OHC)—a free public festival that instills civic pride through providing access to places of architectural, historical and cultural significance, and highlights businesses, organizations and creative leaders making positive impact in Chicago’s diverse neighborhoods.

OHC remains one of the largest events of its kind in the world. This festival is a part of Open House Worldwide, a network of almost 60 organizations hosting festivals and conversations about architecture, design and cities across the globe.

OHC 2025 will take place October 18-19, 2025. We look forward to seeing you out there!

Oct 18-19, 12–4pm⁠
2233 S Throop St, Chicago, IL 60608⁠

Exhibitions and Programs on View      See Exhibition of Purvis Young On View: Apr 26, 2025 – Feb 27, 2026 More information

See our current resident artist Brandon Brooks  Brandon’s work lives at the intersection of architecture and poetics. Through forms that feel familiar but not nameable, he explores memory, material, and the balance between permanence and ephemerality. His iterative, tactile process privileges presence over polish, reminding us of our agency in shaping the built and social environments we move through.⁠ More Information   See works by Mana Highlight artists Vida Sačić, Kara Cobb Johnson, Samuel Schwindt, Derric Clemmons, and Katherine Lampert Opening Reception Time: 1pm, 9th fl: Kara Cobb Johnson 2pm, 8th fl: Vida Sačić 3pm, 6th fl: Samuel Schwindt 4pm, 4th fl: Derric Clemmons On View through Oct 31, 20245 More information

ACCESSIBILITY FAQ:

1. How accessible is the venue? This event is located at Mana Contemporary, Chicago. There is ample parking space in the lot just outside the building. Hallways are also very wide and an elevator is available for use. For ramp access call  312 850 0555 for desk staff to help. A staff member will be at the front desk to provide information.
2. Who can I contact for more accessibility questions? We are excited to make your visit as easy as possible. Please email Anne Muntges at anne@monirafoundation.org for specific requests.
3. Are assisted listening devices or interpreters available? If you contact Anne Muntges at anne@monirafoundation.org 10 days in advance of the event we can coordinate to fit your needs.