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At the Chicago Architecture Center, our programs and events help you think differently about the places we live, work and play. Get behind-the-scenes access to the city's architectural treasures. Practice your design skills while you play with your family. Participate in expert-led discussions about the latest urban design issues. With these offerings and so many more to choose from, we guarantee there’s something inspiring and fun for you at the CAC. 

Art Deco Outside of the Loop - Part 2

A continuation of last year’s popular program that looked at Art Deco buildings outside of downtown Chicago, Part 2 showcases surprising sites on the city’s far north and northwest sides.

Price
$15 Public, Free for Members
Date
April 24, 2024
Time
12:00 pm
Meet
Virtual: Zoom

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Price
$15 Public, Free for Members
Date
April 24, 2024
Time
12:00 pm
Meet
Virtual: Zoom

Building a Relevant Preservation Movement with Bonnie McDonald

Kick off Preservation Month at the CAC with Landmarks Illinois President and CEO Bonnie McDonald! This program will explore the future of architectural preservation with her new book, “The Relevancy Guidebook,” unveiled in November 2023.

Price
Free (RSVP required)
Date
May 2, 2024
Time
6:00 pm
Meet
Chicago Architecture Center Gand Lecture Hall

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Price
Free (RSVP required)
Date
May 2, 2024
Time
6:00 pm
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Chicago Architecture Center Gand Lecture Hall

LEGO® & Libations

LEGO aren’t just for kids. Join CAC staff at KOVAL Distillery to learn about the Design Process and construct your very own LEGO build with a design challenge.

Price
$20 Public, $15 Member
Date
May 3, 2024
Time
7:00 pm
Meet
Koval Tasting Room 4241 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60613

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Price
$20 Public, $15 Member
Date
May 3, 2024
Time
7:00 pm
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Koval Tasting Room 4241 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60613

Carlos Moreno on the Livable City

A special program featuring Professor Carlos Moreno, the man who coined the term 15-Minute City to describe an urbanist movement that encourages walkable, accessible and dynamic neighborhoods.

Price
Free (RSVP required)
Date
May 8, 2024
Time
6:00 pm
Meet
Chicago Architecture Center 111 E. Wacker Dr.

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Price
Free (RSVP required)
Date
May 8, 2024
Time
6:00 pm
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Chicago Architecture Center 111 E. Wacker Dr.

Chicago Reflected: A Book Talk and River Cruise with Author Ryan Chester

Step into the world of Architect Ryan Chester, whose passion for the city's beauty led him to embark on an awe-inspiring project in March 2020. With nothing but a pen in hand, Ryan set out to capture the Chicago River, its architectural marvels, bustling…

Price
$59
Date
May 23, 2024
Time
5:30 pm
Meet
Chicago Architecture Center Gand Lecture Hall

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Price
$59
Date
May 23, 2024
Time
5:30 pm
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Chicago Architecture Center Gand Lecture Hall

West Side Parks and their Architects

Join the Chicago Architecture Center online for an exploration of Jens Jensen's Columbus Park and Alfred Caldwell's Riis Park—two influential landscape designs inspired by our city's prehistoric shoreline and the region's rich ecology.

Price
$15 Public, Free for Members
Date
May 29, 2024
Time
12:00 pm
Meet
Virtual: Zoom

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Price
$15 Public, Free for Members
Date
May 29, 2024
Time
12:00 pm
Meet
Virtual: Zoom