alt_ Chicago - A new arts hub for Austin

Alt Space Chicago (alt_ Chicago), an artist-led nonprofit, celebrated the grand opening of its new arts hub in the historic Austin Bank building at 5645 W. Corcoran Pl. on Chicago's West Side. Over 500 people attended the event, which featured an open house, art exhibition, sustainability panel, artist market, and Sunday worship. The space will house mixed-use areas for events, exhibitions, retail, teaching, workshops, and a cafe. The building was purchased with grant money and nonprofit funds. The House Collective, a group of five nonprofits and 10 artists-in-residence, will share resources to offer classes, workshops, and exhibitions, with 10% of its income going back into the community to support elders and single-parent households.