Our Story
Founded in 1995, Union Street Gallery emerged from a small business incubation project supported by the Chicago Southland Economic Development Corporation. In 1998, a group of dedicated studio artists formed a collaborative to operate the gallery, transforming it into a vital local and national art resource. Despite facing challenges in 2004 when funding was cut, the artists persevered, securing 501(c)(3) nonprofit status and a historic building in 2006. Today, this landmark houses fifteen artist studios and two expansive gallery floors, welcoming around 3000 visitors annually.