“A very cozy nice store. Grabbed some supplies with my boyfriend and a book. Saw this place online when I was planning my trip and decided to stop in. Lots of great perfumes and oils as well as supplies for whatever Craft you practice. Also loved the sign on the door (the ICE keep out sign) as well as the Santa Muerte in the window.”
“Leather Archives and Museum is a unique and fascinating destination showcasing the history and culture of leather, kink, and fetish communities. Exhibits are well-curated, informative, and engaging. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, providing insightful tours. A must-visit for those interested in alternative subcultures, history, and art.”
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
3745 N Southport Ave, Chicago
Art Galleries
“Nice theater but one of the theater staff were kind of mean and rude...and took aong time to check in to get your tickets, overwhelmed and computer issues...ugh...but great show!”
“I had a wonderful experience here! It's a great local shop with high-quality products. The team is incredibly professional and easy to work with. I highly recommend them and look forward to my next purchase!”
“This shop is the coolest! They sell items all from local vendors. Jewelery, tons of great art, clothing, soaps, plants. Great spot to just wander and see cool stuff. The staff is always great, too.”
“Corry and his team exemplify leadership through service in the way they care for their neighbors and patrons. It’s more than just an art gallery and really a special part of the neighborhood community that has been curated here. Always a pleasure to visit and it’s clear that the owner and staff take a lot of pride in the space they’ve made here. Thanks all!”
“We love the great frame up! We’ve worked with Cheryl several times, and she suggests the most beautiful combinations of frames and mattes. She’s so creative and pulls out colors to make the paintings even more beautiful! We’re lucky to have artists in our family, so all of our paintings have been framed with care by the Great Frame Up team in Skokie. Five stars!”
“Took advantage of the second Saturday sale, was exactly as described and was exactly what I needed. My order was ready for me and I enjoyed a little more shopping in store before I left. Great shop.”
“Had a wonderful experience with Robert in designing and building a new stained glass window. Can’t say how impressed I was with the quality of his work and the artistry that he brings to the realization of everything had in mind. It’s now a. Integral part of our household and now that summer has come the full potential of the glass has come to life.”
“If you have a painting that needs any restoration, take it immediately to Tremain Art. Steve Citron is a master at restoring a painting to its original grandeur. I had an original portrait painting of my grandfather from 1942. During its transport to my home, a sharp object ripped the canvas. After giving it to Steve for repair, you cannot tell where the tear was originally located. It looks pristine after Steve also cleaned the years of accumulated dust and grime from the canvas.”
“So many excellent pieces! This was a fun little date stop to pop in and see the art. They have pieces for every price point, as well as sale items. Highly recommend even if you just want to walk around/window shop.”
“This is a really vibey art gallery, store, and community space. People who live on the Blue Line can and should come to their shows. Seeing the results of local artists' practice is ? Obviously, you can buy your favorites.
The wares in the store are really good gifts to yourself or to anyone who has an artistic soul. Last time I was there, there were eye-catching denim jackets with painted backs and dresses in really interesting prints. People should just hang out there.”
9:30AM - 4:30PM
2775 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago
Art Galleries
“Have purchased a few prints here and most recently at the Other Art Fair for their Dead Presidents show.
Always a great experience and love the work and their dedication to Chicago Artists!”
“I needed to pick up a framed poster for my client and they went above and beyond to wrap it, provide hooks and screws, and help me get it to my car. Everyone was friendly and professional. Plus, they have a cute parrot!”
“My son loves Gamespace, and my husband and I enjoy it too. The special exhibits we have seen (Tron, Q'bert) have been robust for the small space. The classic games on the 2nd floor are always fun to revisit. Staff is friendly and informative. Follow up a visit with a stop by Challengers Comics on Western, walk on the 606, or ice cream at Margie's.”
“Artem Gallery has a wonderful collection of all kinds of art and jewelry made by local artists. It’s a unique place to shop for gifts. Sarita, the owner, is an amazingly talented artist and jewelry maker now offering workshops.”
“This is by far my favorite art gallery in the city. The staff is awesome, the talent on the walls is INCREDIBLE and the theme changes regularly. I hope to purchase a piece someday”
“A wonderful concert at the Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art. The pianist Myroslav Mikhailenko and violinist Julia Perekhoznuk delivered a beautiful, expressive performance with great chemistry and emotional depth. An intimate evening of music that was both moving and memorable.”
“Been a returning student at the Pot Shop for almost 5 years on and off. There is no other studio I will ever attend. I’m honored to have learned how to become a proficient artist by Dominic over the years. He is dedicated and able to convey what we as students need to do effortlessly. He also has a great sense of humor, which I think makes it that much better of a studio. Every other instructor here are all so incredibly talented also! Carrie is an absolute gem, caring, and is the pot shops jack of all trades! Love this place so much, and everyone should come here if you want to learn from the greats!”
“I had the most incredible experience getting five pieces custom framed and even snagged a sixth right from the showroom! Jill is absolutely amazing! She walked me through every step of the framing process, from picking the perfect frame style to choosing the ideal matting size and figuring out the best placement in my home. I never felt rushed; she was so patient and attentive, making the whole experience a blast! Honestly, I could have easily spent the entire afternoon with her—time flew by!
I couldn’t wait to return, and I brought back even more items, including a blanket (though I had to hit pause because of a vacation coming up). I’ve used Print Unlimitd in the past, and I'm back because I was just so thrilled with the quality! Plus, Jill gave me the pricing on the spot, and I truly felt like I scored a fantastic deal. You really do get what you pay for, so I can't wait to go back again and again!”
“If you want to learn more about printmaking, start here. If you want to begin collecting art, and you'd like to start with an affordable option, start here! The owner and director, Deborah, is an artistic force of nature. An aesthetic whirlwind. And pay special attention to their holiday sale. This is a fantastic place to get a special kind of present!”
“Just wanted to give a shout-out to a wonderful staff who more than fixed my mixed-up gift order from the holidays. They were attentive, responsive and generous. Thank you!”
“Tessarae is such a warm, inviting place full of the kindest people. We had my daughter's birthday party there and it was a great experience. The environment was very inviting and comfortable, our group of teens had a really fun time doing a painting lesson together. We're looking forward to returning for painting lessons and art anytime in the future!”
“Took a class here with some friends and had an absolute blast. The teacher made pottery feel accessible for us first timers. Plus you can bring snacks and drinks! Super fun. Will be back for more.”
“My husband and I greatly enjoy Cynthia’s highly developed artistic eye as she curates who and what she shows at Vivid Gallery. That expertise makes it very hard to resist adding to our own art collection fromthe new, emerging artists she shows, as well as the established yet still frontier pushing artists she exhibits. Vivid Gallery is simply a jewel in the North Shore. Thank you Cynthia!”
“For our first experience with costuming framing, we can’t be happier with how our pieces turned out. Angela was a pleasure to work with and helped us find a wood that pairs perfectly with our decor. We’re looking forward to coming back for future projects!”
8:30AM - 9:30PM
927 Noyes St, Evanston
Art Galleries
“Wonderful place I went to my friends art show here last month and I loves it. I have not seen a performance here, but Im going back for one later this year. I love little old venues like this and Im so glad I found it. It is clearly loved and well cared for.”
“Great collection of art work. They also host showings and it's awesome to meet the artists and learn more about their works.Even has a used record store in the back area!”
“This lovely little gallery is full of always-changing exhibits by local artists. When a new exhibit is added, the artist does a talk to a small audience with the opportunity to ask questions of the artists directly. Perspective is a great addition to the local community.”
“I recently won a few lots from Lot 14 on an online auction and there communications and responsiveness to messages was excellent. Great selections of items in their auctions as well. Cheers Lot 14!”