Cheer in the Holidays at the Cornelia Arts Building December Open Studios
With
the completion of a multi-years long remodel, the 38 year old Cornelia
Arts Building, at 1800 West Cornelia Ave, Chicago IL, opens its doors to
the public on Fri. Dec. 6, from 6 - 10 pm, and on Sat. Dec. 7, from 11
am - 3 pm. Visitors can meet talented artists and artisans in person,
experience their art practices up close, and purchase art and crafts
directly from their makers. Explore two full-floors of working art
studios at one of the largest artist studio buildings on Chicago’s North
side, and find the unique gifts perfect for your loved ones and for
yourself.
Held
only four times a year, the open house events showcase a fresh mix of
artists each time, with over 40 artists participating in December. One
hundred local artists and artisans work in the building, including
painters, sculptors, photographers, ceramic artists, print-makers,
jewelers, designers, and much more. Join
Jason Messinger in Studio 109, presenting his signature tile wall
artworks, sculpture, works on paper, and inexpensive gifts, and enjoy his signature white wine sangria.  |
"Pop Up Party" - Guest lobby artist Dan Nelson
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December’s special juried front lobby guest artist is Dan Nelson,
who paints stories and moments in time using color and humor, depicting
a joyful and inclusive world of people and pets. With one-of-a-kind
artwork and gifts, and the unique studio settings, the December Open
House offers something for the whole family.Established
in 1986 in a former ice-house, the Cornelia Arts Building is located at
1800 West Cornelia, at the border of three distinct Chicago
Neighborhoods; Roscoe Village, West Lakeview, and North Center. Located close
to public transportation and only two blocks south of the Addison Brown
Line CTA stop, the building has a free parking lot and street parking
nearby. Open Studio Event is free and open to the public.
Cornelia Arts Building Dec 2024 Open Studios
Friday, December 6, 2024, 6 pm - 10 pm
Saturday, December 7, 2024, 11 am - 3 pm
The Cornelia Arts Building – Where Art Works
1800 West Cornelia, Chicago, IL 60657
Entrance on NW corner of Ravenswood and Cornelia.
Two blocks south of Addison Brown Line CTA Station.
Free parking available in lot and in neighborhood.
