Shopping

The Shop at the Cultural Center

First Floor
Monday through Saturday, 10 am – 5 pm
PHONE: 312.742.0079
This quaint shop is packed with treasures that highlight Chicago's diverse cultures and neighborhoods. The shop is committed to promoting local artists and organizations through the sale of their merchandise ― such as hand-painted scarves, jewelry, music, literature and photography ― as well as products related to current programs and exhibitions featured at the Chicago Cultural Center.

Just outside the store is Chicago's only Art-O-Mat vending machine, a recycled cigarette vending machine that now sells original works of art for $5 a pull.

Project Onward Studio and Jewel Box Gallery

First Floor
Tuesdays through Saturdays, 10 am – 5 pm
Project Onward is the Department of Cultural Affairs’ studio program for artists with special needs. The program supplies studio space, art supplies, and professional guidance to over 30 adult artists living with mental and developmental disabilities. The staff helps exhibit, promote, and sell the artists’ works as a means to provide earned income and a sense of personal achievement, as well as to integrate the artists into the wider arts community. Within Project Onward’s studio space is the Jewel Box Gallery, where original artwork and Project Onward merchandise are available for purchase.