CHICAGO ART GALLERIES


Chicago Art Galleries and Art Guide - Explore fine art galleries, museums, nonprofit art organizations, artists, and art services throughout Chicago. Discover a wide range of contemporary and traditional art, including painting, sculpture, photography, prints, glass, and mixed media. Whether you're a collector or simply enjoy the arts, this guide is an excellent starting point for discovering Chicago's diverse gallery scene, recommended exhibitions, and leading art destinations.


Chicago is home to one of the nation's most important art communities, with galleries, museums, and artist spaces located throughout the city. Explore the concentration of galleries in River North, discover contemporary art in West Town and the West Loop, and visit world-class museums including the Art Institute of Chicago and the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago. From established galleries to emerging artist-run spaces, Chicago offers a rich and varied art experience for visitors and collectors alike.







UPCOMING ART EVENTS


Chicago's art scene extends well beyond gallery exhibitions. Explore artist studio tours, art fairs and festivals, museum events, gallery walks, and other special events happening throughout the city. Be sure to check local museum, gallery, and art organization websites for additional events and current information. For a small listing fee, you can have your event featured in this section. List your upcoming art event with us.


October 7 - 10, 2026
Chicago Art Fair
Inaugural art fair featuring leading galleries presenting contemporary, modern and fine art from across the United States and internationally. Opening Night Preview: October 7, 5 - 8pm. Chicago, River North, Merchandise Mart.

October 16 - 17, 2026
Cornelia Arts Building Open Studios
Open studio event featuring dozens of resident artists, original artwork and a special Urban Sketchers Route 66 exhibition. Chicago, Roscoe Village.

October 17 - 18, 2026
Open House Chicago
Free citywide architecture and cultural festival offering behind-the-scenes access to more than 200 locations, including artist studios, galleries and cultural spaces. Chicago, Citywide.

October 24, 2026 - February 6, 2027
Veteran Art Triennial - RESISTING THE LONG WARS: Shifting Horizons
Contemporary art exhibition exploring the experiences and perspectives of veterans and communities affected by war at Hyde Park Art Center. Explore additional events on the organization's website. Chicago, Hyde Park.

November 20, 2026
Chicago Alliance of Visual Artists - 2026 Year-End Exhibition
Opening reception for an exhibition featuring artwork by members of the Chicago Alliance of Visual Artists at Bridgeport Art Center. Explore additional events on the organization's website. Chicago, Bridgeport.

Ongoing Monthly - Second Friday
Fine Arts Building Second Fridays Open Studios
Monthly evening open studios featuring artists, galleries, performances and creative spaces throughout the historic ten-story building. Chicago, South Loop.

Ongoing Monthly - Second Friday
Chicago Art Department Second Fridays
Monthly evening art event featuring new exhibitions and opportunities to meet artists at Chicago Art Department. Chicago, Pilsen.

Ongoing Monthly - Third Friday
Bridgeport Art Center Third Friday Open Studios
Monthly open studio event featuring painters, sculptors, photographers, ceramic artists and other working artists, along with gallery exhibitions. Chicago, Bridgeport.




CHICAGO FEATURED ARTISTS


This section features artists and craftspeople and gives collectors an opportunity to discover and purchase art directly from the artists. We encourage artists to submit their websites so collectors and others interested in art can explore their work. If you're a serious artist with a professional website, we invite you to be listed and help us grow this section.



Richard LaLiberte painting Southern California beach community artwork
Painting by Richard LaLiberte

Richard LaLiberte - Paintings
Maria Simeonova - Paintings
Richard Sperry - Paintings
Tamara Wasserman - Paintings




ART SERVICES


We hope to grow this section and include more art services. If you provide framing, appraisal, art consulting, or other art-related services, we'd like to include you. For a small listing fee, you can have your art service listed in this section.


Art Advisory, Ltd. (Corporate Art Advisory & Artist Business Coaching)
CHICAGO ART SOURCE (Art Consulting, Art Sales & Framing)
Chicago Gallery News (Chicago Art News & Resources)
Colossal (Online Art Magazine)
Freeman's Auctions (Art & Collectibles Auctions)
Lindsey Owen Appraisals (Fine Art Appraisals & Advisory)
MIR Appraisal Services, Inc. (Fine Art & Personal Property Appraisals)
Poster Plus (Posters, Online Only)
Rosenthal Fine Art Inc. (Appraisals)
Susanin's Art Advisory (Appraisals, Collection Management & Art Advisory)
Thomas Masters Gallery (Private Art Consulting)

APPOINTMENT ONLY GALLERIES
Armstrong Fine Art (Works on Paper, Appointment Only)
Dreambox Gallery (Appointment Only Gallery)
Galleries Maurice Sternberg (Appointment Only Gallery)
Hildt Galleries (Appointment Only Gallery)
Russell Bowman Art Advisory (Appointment Only Gallery)


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Art-Collecting.com offers easy-to-use gallery guides and art resources to help you explore exhibitions, discover galleries, and stay connected to the art world. Think of our guides as a virtual art walk—whether you're visiting a favorite gallery, planning an art trip, or exploring a new city.


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