Lillstreet, Arts centre in Ravenswood Avenue, Chicago, US
Lillstreet is an arts centre in a former factory building with studios dedicated to ceramics, metalsmithing, textiles, printmaking, painting, and digital arts across multiple floors. The spaces are organized by discipline, providing artists access to specialized equipment and work areas.
The centre began in 1975 as a small ceramics workshop in a barn building and later moved to a former factory on Ravenswood Avenue in 2003. This relocation allowed the space to expand and welcome artists working across multiple disciplines.
The space serves as a gathering place for artists across different disciplines, where ceramicists, metalworkers, and textile makers share their works in rotating exhibitions. The rooms reflect the creativity of those who use them, creating an environment where craft traditions meet contemporary art forms.
Visitors can view artwork in exhibition spaces that rotate regularly with new shows and are often free to enter. The location is accessible and works well as part of a broader visit to the neighborhood.
The centre runs a cafe on its premises, with profits directed to providing meals for people facing food insecurity. This approach connects the artistic mission with direct support for the local community.
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