Discover Unique Art and Gifts at the Cornelia Arts Building this December

Discover Unique Art and Gifts at the Cornelia Arts Building this December 
The Cornelia Arts Building welcomes the public to their December open house, where visitors can discover signature fine art and unique artisan-made gifts directly from the artists in their working art studios!  

The Cornelia Arts Building December Open Studios opens on Friday December 4, from 5 - 9 pm, and continues Saturday December 5, from 12 to 4 pm, and is located at 1800 West Cornelia Avenue, Chicago, Illinois. Visitors can shop two floors of dozens of working artist studios open that weekend, and purchase unique gifts of art and crafts at one of the largest artist studio buildings on Chicago’s North side. Join the artists as they celebrate 40 years as an art center, at this free family friendly event. 

"Flexure" 16"x20", by Adrienne Nole

"Abstract Ridge" 18"x24", by Adrienne Nole

In the front lobby visitors can shop the artwork of guest artist Adrienne Nole, who creates unique and engaging abstract paintings and mono prints exploring the behaviors of paint and other materials, through the process of layering, juxtaposing, removing and replacing. 

The Urban Sketchers Route 66 Centennial Exhibition 

The Urban Sketchers Route 66 Centennial Exhibition

The event also hosts an Encore presentation of The Urban Sketchers Route 66 Centennial Exhibition, by Urban Sketchers - an international organization with chapters throughout the United States, commemorating the 100 Year Anniversary of Route 66. Featuring sketches by artists in Chicago, St. Louis, Springfield, Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Albuquerque & Santa Fe, and Los Angeles.

Originally an Ice-house, the Cornelia Arts Building has fostered Chicago creativity continually since its 1986 conversion to all artist studios. Over 100 artists and artisans work in the building, including painters, sculptors, photographers, ceramic artists, print-makers, jewelers, designers, and much more. Repeat visitors always find something new, as differing artists are open at each of only four open house events held a year.

Located two blocks south of Addison and one block west of Lincoln Avenue, near the borders between Chicago’s Roscoe Village, Lakeview and North Center neighborhoods. The “L” Brown Line Addison and Paulina stops are steps away; as are several bus stops along Addison. Parking available in the building lot and on adjacent streets. Entrance is located along Ravenswood on the east side of the building.

Cornelia Arts Building 
December Open Studios 2026
Friday, December 4, 5 - 9 pm 
Saturday, December 5, 12 - 4 pm
The Cornelia Arts Building – Where Art Works 
1800 West Cornelia, Chicago, IL

Free parking available in lot and in neighborhood. 

Entrance on NW corner of Ravenswood and Cornelia. 

Two blocks south of Addison Brown Line CTA Station.

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