Located in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood, gallery 1871 is a contemporary fine art gallery representing over 70 artists both emerging and established.
Gallery 1871 offers a diverse collection of artwork, knowledgeable staff and welcoming environment for both first-time buyers and seasoned collectors. The gallery has cultivated relationships with a wide range of artists who work in varied media and scale, enabling its staff to help clients find that perfect piece through a vast inventory, special commissions, rotating gallery exhibitions and first-class sourcing. Gallery 1871 mounts six themed exhibitions each year and is open to the public five days a week.
Our artists and inventory can be viewed online: artwork.chicagoartsource.com/artists/
Opening receptions are generally held on the first night of an exhibition from 5–7pm.
Image: Installation view of summer 2025 show
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A New Season will be on view through November 22nd.
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