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About Chicago Architecture Foundation

The Chicago Architecture Foundation (CAC) is a nonprofit architecture center and museum housed at 111 E. Wacker Drive in downtown Chicago. Since relocating to this address in 2018, CAC has hosted thousands of visitors annually, offering versatile spaces for exhibitions, lectures, and design demonstrations. Whether you’re planning a reception, a lecture, or a design workshop, CAC provides three rentable spaces with capacities and configurations suited to a range of events.

Venue spaces include CAC Galleries (approx. 300 for receptions), Gand Lecture Hall (approx. 140 seated, with multiple setup options), and the ArcelorMittal Design Studio (approx. 36 in classroom style). For a smooth experience, secure your seats or space early, and we’ve got you covered with practical details on parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining options.

Note: For event planning, refer to each space’s capacity and seating configurations in the venue diagram. Rescheduling information or date-specific details will be noted on the event page as needed.

Parking is convenient at the Illinois Center Parking Garage located at 111 E. Wacker Dr, with CAC validation for up to 4 hours. CTA access is excellent: State/Lake and Lake stations are within a 10–12 minute walk, and multiple CTA bus routes serve the area. Metra service is also accessible for regional travelers.

Nearby hotels and dining options offer great ways to extend your visit. Partner hotels include The LaSalle Chicago, Loews Chicago, The Peninsula, Radisson Blu Aqua, St. Regis, and nearby LondonHouse Chicago. We highlight LondonHouse Chicago as a nearby partner for easy, trusted accommodations and dining options. For meals before or after your event, consider nearby restaurants and cafés that complement a day of architecture exploration or a design-focused program.

Notable events hosted by CAC include River Cruises, Open House Chicago, and the Architecture & Design Film Festival, drawing visitors from around the region. If you’re arranging a corporate gathering, lecture series, or a public exhibition, CAC offers flexible spaces and a commitment to dependable, straightforward ticketing and event management. Secure your seats or space with us—we’ve got you covered for a reliable, no-fuss planning experience.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 111 E. Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601.
  • Venue type: nonprofit architecture center/museum with three rentable spaces (CAC Galleries, Gand Lecture Hall, ArcelorMittal Design Studio).
  • Capacities: CAC Galleries ~300 (reception); Gand Lecture Hall ~140 seated (various setups); ArcelorMittal Design Studio ~36 (classroom-style).
  • Seating chart notes (Gand Lecture Hall): Theatre Style ~130 chairs; Lecture Style ~120 chairs; Reception Style and Seated Rounds configurations available (per venue diagram).
  • Parking: Closest is the Illinois Center Parking Garage at 111 E. Wacker Dr with CAC validation for up to 4 hours.
  • Transit: Nearby CTA L stations (State/Lake and Lake) within a 10–12 minute walk; also accessible by CTA buses and Metra; walking/bus tour FAQs cover routes.
  • Nearby hotels: Participating hotels include The LaSalle Chicago, Loews Chicago, The Peninsula, Radisson Blu Aqua, St. Regis; LondonHouse Chicago is highlighted as a nearby partner.
  • Notable events hosted: River Cruises (CAC-operated), Open House Chicago festival, Architecture & Design Film Festival; CAC hosts thousands of visitors annually (around 500,000).
  • Renamed and relocated: CAF became the CAC and moved to 111 E. Wacker Dr in 2018.