The Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) was founded in 1966 as the Chicago Architecture Foundation to save the historic Glessner House. Since then, the CAC has grown to become one of the largest cultural organizations in Chicago. Visit the CAC at 111 E. Wacker Dr. to view our current exhibitions or 4,250-building scale model of Chicago and shop in our award-winning store. Fall 2025 will see several rotating exhibitions including The Disappointed Tourist with artist Ellen Harvey.

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Or choose from 80+ tours by boat, walking, bus or “L” train. Tours depart daily and are led by CAC's expert, volunteer docents. For nearly 60 years, 450 educator volunteers including docents, exhibit hosts and education guides have shared the stories of Chicago architecture with millions of Chicagoans and visitors. The CAC serves approximately 500,000 guests and audience members annually. Every October, check out the CAC's free annual Open House Chicago festival.

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Proceeds from the CAC’s tours and store, as well as grants, sponsorships and donations, support our educational mission.