
Featured Program
Engineering Fest
On Feb. 23 and 24, drop by anytime between 9:30am—5pm to build and learn, view two floors of exhibits…
With our focused lectures, members-only events, classes for adult learners and much more, CAC brings you inspiring new ways to stay engaged with Chicago’s architecture and built environment.
Dive into the design process with a CAC camp or studio visit. Or have fun with your family as you read, build a project and hone your creative problem-solving skills.
Don't miss these once a year or one-time-only special events. Get to know CAC through festivals, members events, exhibition openings and more.
With our focused lectures, members-only events, classes for adult learners and much more, CAC brings you inspiring new ways to stay engaged with Chicago’s architecture and built environment.
Join us for an evening with with legendary Chicago architect and activist Stanley Tigerman as he reflects…
Imagine this: 20 PowerPoint slides, shown for only 20 seconds each. The slides advance automatically—so…
With his famous Glass House design, Philip Johnson set the stage for his long and controversial career…
Chicago’s newest community-based urban agriculture initiative brings together food, health and jobs…
Join us for a conversation with six designers, policymakers and artists who are re-imagining Chicago’s…
Dive into the design process with a CAC camp or studio visit. Or have fun with your family as you read, build a project and hone your creative problem-solving skills.
This special one-day camp for students ages 7-10 is a fun way to spend a day off school! Take part in…
Join us on Sundays to build, invent and test out your engineering skills! Families will learn about the…
Foster + Partners’ Apple Michigan Avenue store is an impressive, airy glass box with a curved-edge…
Join us in the ArcelorMittal Design Studio on Thursdays from 5—7pm during the school year to get feedback…
Discover the history of Chicago and collaborate with your fellow campers to design and build an ideal…
In this week-long camp, you'll collaborate with other girls ages 11-14, develop leadership skills, meet…
Don't miss these once a year or one-time-only special events. Get to know CAC through festivals, members events, exhibition openings and more.
On Feb. 23 and 24, drop by anytime between 9:30am—5pm to build and learn, view two floors of exhibits…
Join us on this one-time, members-only bus trip to the Elmhurst Art Museum to see “The Whole World…
On March 13, enjoy the CAC after-hours at this special members-only celebration. Mingle with fellow architecture…
Save the date for the Chicago Architecture Center Designing Futures Gala on Thursday, April 4 at the…
Need a special gift for mom? Looking for something unique for an aunt, grandma or other special mother…
Chicago is synonymous with architecture and Chicagoans—especially CAC members—love to share their…
Foster + Partners’ Apple Michigan Avenue store is an impressive, airy glass box with a curved-edge roof. Come learn about the engineering and structure of the building, and create your own LEGO® version of the store!
This special one-day camp for students ages 7-10 is a fun way to spend a day off school! Take part in interactive, STEM-based activities that explore structural elements and the science behind buildings. The camp also includes a walking tour.
Join us for a conversation with six designers, policymakers and artists who are re-imagining Chicago’s alleys and garages as vibrant civic spaces. This program coincides with the release of a new book, "Rebel Garages,” by the CAC and Future Firm.
Join us in the ArcelorMittal Design Studio on Thursdays from 5—7pm during the school year to get feedback and guidance on independent or competition projects. CPS students are eligible for a stipend.
In celebration of the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat’s 50th anniversary and in association with its historic 10th World Congress, the CTBUH is pleased to be hosting the Chicago premiere of the documentary "Leaning Out."
On Feb. 23 and 24, drop by anytime between 9:30am—5pm to build and learn, view two floors of exhibits, meet engineers and celebrate the 125th anniversary of the World’s Fair at the CAC’s annual two-day Engineering Fest—bigger and better than ever…
What are Chicago's most endangered buildings? Find out at the unveiling of Preservation Chicago's 17th annual "Chicago 7" list. The list identifies architecturally significant structures that preservationists hope to save from the wrecking ball.
Join us in the ArcelorMittal Design Studio on Thursdays from 5—7pm during the school year to get feedback and guidance on independent or competition projects. CPS students are eligible for a stipend.
Join us for an evening with with legendary Chicago architect and activist Stanley Tigerman as he reflects on his career and his impact on Chicago and architecture and design.
Join us in the ArcelorMittal Design Studio on Thursdays from 5—7pm during the school year to get feedback and guidance on independent or competition projects. CPS students are eligible for a stipend.
On March 13, enjoy the CAC after-hours at this special members-only celebration. Mingle with fellow architecture enthusiasts, enjoy light snacks and beverages, take a mini-tour through the CAC and hear about Chicago’s newest architecture developments…
Join us in the ArcelorMittal Design Studio on Thursdays from 5—7pm during the school year to get feedback and guidance on independent or competition projects. CPS students are eligible for a stipend.
Imagine this: 20 PowerPoint slides, shown for only 20 seconds each. The slides advance automatically—so presenters have to keep up! Come hear 400-second stories about design and architecture at this fun and informal event with creative professionals…
With his famous Glass House design, Philip Johnson set the stage for his long and controversial career. Hear Dallas Morning News architecture critic Mark Lamster discuss “The Man in the Glass House,” his new biography on this fascinating architect…
Join us in the ArcelorMittal Design Studio on Thursdays from 5—7pm during the school year to get feedback and guidance on independent or competition projects. CPS students are eligible for a stipend.