Bridgeport Art Center (BAC) is home to artists, woodworkers, sculptors, fashion designers, architects, interior designers, attorneys, counselors, therapists, non for profits, for profits, and many other professionals. BAC features 3 galleries, Fashion Design Center, Shared Floor Ceramics, Chicago Maritime Museum, and Base cafe. BAC is home for creative minds, emerging artists, and evolving professionals in Chicagoland.
Visit bridgeportart.com for a complete 2026 exhibition schedule and to see what we offer.
Join us every third Friday of the month from 7–10 pm when artists open their studios to the public.
For information on leasing, please call us at 773–843–9000. The office and galleries are open Monday–Saturday, 8am–6pm, Sunday, 8am–12pm.
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Join us for an electrifying evening at Bridgeport Art Center's Monthly Open Studios, where creativity knows no bounds. Immerse yourself in a vibrant creative ecosystem where artists, designers, and innovators converge to showcase their latest works, ongoing projects, and groundbreaking processes. Walk through multiple studios, engage directly with talented professionals, and experience the dynamic artistic energy that makes our community truly unique.
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