CHICAGO, united states
Open House Chicago

19-20 October 2024

About Open House Chicago

Open House Chicago (OHC), produced by the Chicago Architecture Center (CAC), is a free public festival that offers self-guided history and architecture trails throughout Chicago, talks and programming, and behind-the-scenes access to architecturally, historically and culturally significant sites across the city.

This year's in-person site visits occur on one weekend, with extended programming and city-wide trails available for the entire month of October.

The program highlights more than 30 Chicago neighborhoods, North Shore suburbs and Oak Park, with 30 trails for self-guided, outdoor exploration on themes including community engagement, green spaces, historic preservation, residential architecture and more. OHC also includes a broad array of talks and virtual programs, as well as tips and itineraries for exploring shopping, dining, and other attractions in each neighborhood.