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About Stephen M. Bailey Auditorium at Plumber's Union Hall
Welcome to Stephen M. Bailey Auditorium at Plumber's Union Hall, a Beaux Arts-style venue in the West Loop of Chicago. This historic event space offers two distinct halls: the Main Hall, with seating for up to 750–850 (depending on stage and dance floor configuration), and the Lower Hall, seating up to 200–250. When configured for multi-room events, the combined capacity can reach around 2000 guests. The auditorium remains an active venue under the Bailey name, with redevelopment plans in the surrounding campus area noted but not affecting current operations as of 2025–2026.
Whether you’re planning a concert, expo, gala, or conference, this location provides a versatile backdrop in a prime urban setting at 1340 West Washington Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60607. Below you’ll find practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby hotel and dining options to help you secure the right setup for your event.
Part of the West Loop community, the Stephen M. Bailey Auditorium hosts a variety of events including art expos like the Fall West Loop Expo and the West Loop Art Expo. For event planners and guests, we’ve highlighted affiliate-friendly hotel options and nearby restaurants to simplify planning. If you’re coordinating a show, conference, or private gathering, we’ve got you covered with reliable accessibility, on-site parking, and clear route guidance to keep things running smoothly.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: Stephen M. Bailey Auditorium, Plumbers Hall, 1340 West Washington Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60607.
- Venue type: Beaux Arts union hall/event venue with two halls (Main Hall 800 seats, Lower Hall 250 seats).
- Seating/configuration: Main Hall seating up to 750–850 (with/without dance area); Lower Hall seating up to 200–250; combined capacity up to about 2000 depending on setup.
- Parking: On-site parking available.
- Notable events hosted: West Loop Contemporary Fine Art Expos (The Fall West Loop Expo 2025; West Loop Art Expo 2025), among other public and private events.
- Renamed/demolition status: The auditorium remains in operation and retains its Bailey Auditorium name; surrounding campus at 1340 W Washington Blvd has had redevelopment plans (1371 W Randolph St parking structure) announced, but no clear public record of demolition of the Bailey Auditorium as of 2025–2026.