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CHICAGO CULTURAL CENTER
78 E. Washington StreetChicago, IL 60602
private
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Event Design by Event Creative 3
Host your next event at the historic Chicago Cultural Center.
The stunning landmark offers a variety of options for large and small gatherings - from galas, banquets
and cocktail receptions to corporate events, conferences and meetings. It is home to two magnificent
stained-glass domes, one of which is the world’s largest Tiffany dome. There are also many unique
event spaces including galleries, halls and a theater. The venue’s close proximity to hotels, shopping,
transportation and convention centers makes it the ideal special events destination. And the grace
of this historic building is enhanced by breathtaking views of Millennium Park, located just across the
street.
Completed in 1897 as Chicago’s first central public library, the Chicago Cultural Center was designed
and built by the country’s top architects and craftsmen. They used the most sumptuous materials, such
as rare imported marble, polished brass, fine hardwoods, mother-of-pearl and colored mosaics to
create an architectural showplace.
The Chicago Cultural Center, otherwise known as “The People’s Palace,” is managed by the Chicago
Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, and rental fees help to support its free public
programming.
AN ARCHITECTURAL
SHOWPLACE
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THE SPACES
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The crown jewel of the Chicago Cultural Center,
Preston Bradley Hall houses the spectacular and world’s
largest Tiffany glass-domed ceiling. The hall features
graceful arches inlaid with sparkling mosaics, along with
25 Tiffany glass chandeliers spaced throughout the room.
With a stunning view of Millennium Park, Preston Bradley
Hall is ideal for all types of private events.
CAPACITIES
Seated Dinner I 360Cocktail Reception I 700Theater-Style Seating I 500
PRESTON BRADLEY HALL
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Originally dedicated to the Grand Army of the Republic
to honor veterans of the Civil War, this palatial hall offers
impressive views and features soaring walls that rise to a
coffered ceiling. The Rotunda serves as the large foyer to
the Hall and includes the building’s second glass-domed
ceiling, designed by the Healey Millet Glass Company.
These rooms can be utilized separately or as one combined
space for a memorable event.
CAPACITIES
Seated Dinner I 250Cocktail Reception I 550Theater-Style Seating I 300
GAR HALL
& ROTUNDA
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Event Design by Birch Design Studio and HMR Designs10
The largest rental space in the Chicago Cultural Center
was named in honor of the legendary Congressman from
Illinois. This space, which encompasses nearly half
a city block, features floor-to-ceiling windows, a
coffered ceiling and Renaissance ornamentation.
CAPACITIES
Seated Dinner I 450Cocktail Reception I 800Theater-Style Seating I 550
SIDNEY R. YATES
GALLERY
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Event Design by HMR Designs12
Whether you’re looking for a business atmosphere or
the ambience of a cozy restaurant, the Millennium Park Room
is ideal. Amazing panoramic views of the Park’s signature
attractions, the Jay Pritzker Pavilion and Cloud Gate,
will delight guests throughout an event.
CAPACITIES
Seated Dinner I 80Cocktail Reception I 100Theater-Style Seating I 100
MILLENNIUM PARK ROOM
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The Chicago Cultural Center offers smaller spaces
that are ideal for meetings, luncheons or conference
break-out rooms. There is also a fully equipped 300-seat
theater that works well for larger presentations and
performances.
CAPACITIES
1st Floor Garland Room I 60-1005th Floor Washington Room I 80-1005th Floor Garland Room I 100-140Claudia Cassidy Theater I 300
PRESENTATION SPACES
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Photo by Patrick Pyszka,
City of Chicago16
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PRIVATE
INFORMATION EVENT
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The Chicago Cultural Center is owned and managed by the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE). The Private Events office is operated on behalf of DCASE by MB Real Estate, Inc., charged with upholding all City of Chicago laws and DCASE policies and procedures.
Clients may place a courtesy hold for a grace period of 10 business days. Once the 10-day period is over, the hold will go into first-right-of-refusal. If the hold is challenged by another party, the initial holding client will receive a short deadline to either confirm the event or release the hold to the challenging party. DCASE venues provide extensive free public programs, and private event holds not acted upon may be released to accommodate programming needs.
GENERAL INFORMATION CORPORATE & NON-PROFIT ROOM RENTAL FEES
**All rentals such as linen, china, glassware, flatware, floral, etc. must be outsourced directly by the client**
Black Metal Chairs included in rental fees
White Folding Chair
Green/Gold Metal Chair
CHAIR OPTIONS
DCASE venues have weekday and weekend rates, as well as corporate and non-profit rates. In addition to the room rental fees, operational itemized costs are added and dependent on the specific needs and length of events. The fee schedule on the following page lists the various room rental rates, based on a minimum of four hours of event time.
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Room
Preston Bradley Hall
Claudia CassidyTheater
5th FloorWashington Room
GAR Hall& Rotunda
Sidney R.Yates Gallery
1st FloorGarland Room
GAR Rotunda(without the Hall)
5th FloorGarland Room
MillenniumPark Room
Corporate Room Rate Non-Profit Room Rate Capacity
Mon - Thurs
$5,000
$5,000
$2,500
$2,000
$5,000
$1,200
$1,000
$1,000
$1,000
Mon - Thurs
$1,000
$1,000
$800
$650
$1,000
$500
$500
$500
$500
Seated Dinner
360
250
80
X
450
80
100
80
60
Fri - Sun
$7,000
$7,000
$4,000
$3,000
$7,000
$1,200
$1,000
$1,000
$1,000
Fri - Sun
$1,500
$1,500
$1,300
$750
$1,500
$500
$500
$500
$500
StandingReception
700
550
200
X
800
100
140
100
110
Theater-Style
500
300
150
300
550
100
140
100
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CHICAGO CULTURAL CENTER ROOM FEE & CAPACITY SCHEDULE
Fees are subject to change without prior notice. Demonstration of the qualification of non-profit status is to be provided by the client and is subject to approval by DCASE and/or MB Real Estate, Inc.
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OPERATIONAL ITEMIZED FEES
Operational itemized fees are added to private event room rental rates to cover staffing and other requested event details. Listed below are the operational fees and estimate of costs, based on a standard event of four hours. Costs will vary depending on the client’s exact needs and the length of the event.
Itemized Fees
AdministrationFees
Covers management, scheduling, site visits, administrative requirements and an on-site event coordinator.
Building security officers manage the flow of the public in the building and are posted at both entrances, the loading dock and other required areas during events. Plain-clothed, off-duty police officers are required at events when alcohol is served. All events over 100 attendees require a minimum of two officers to be on-site. Number of officers is determined by event staff.
Custodians are on-site during events to manage lavatories and clean after event load-out occurs.
Labor staff is on-site to set up DCASE-owned equipment, such as tables, chairs, staging, etc. Fees will depend upon what equipment is utilized and the number of labor staff required.
Includes one microphone on a stand or at a podium, two speakers, mixer, CD or iPod playback and one AV technician.
Includes Basic AV Package, plus one tripod screen and one LCD front projector.
Certain events may require additional power and a union electrician to be on-site. Costs will vary, depending on the electrical needs and hours required.
In-house dance floor is available for additional rental fee.
An option for clients to upgrade their event.
An option for clients to upgrade their event.
CustodialServices
Union ElectricalServices
Building Security
Labor &Equipment
Dance FloorWhite Upgrade ChairGreen/Gold Upgrade Chair
Chicago PoliceOfficers
Enhanced AVPackage
Basic AV Package
Cost for 4 Hours Fee Type Description
$350
$735
$200 perOfficer
$550
$250 - $750
$500
$900
Various
$800
$6 per Chair
$8 per Chair
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The Chicago Cultural Center does not have in-house catering. Listed below are catering companies that have repeatedly and successfully worked at DCASE venues. These companies also carry the required license and insurance necessary to work at the Chicago Cultural Center. If clients would like to use a caterer not listed, the event staff will need to grant approval. Both DCASE and MB Real Estate, Inc. reserve the right to deny requests that do not fit with policies or procedures.
Company Name Phone Number Website Address
Berghoff Catering & Restaurant Group 312.408.0200
312.421.6666
312.587.3553
773.244.9866
312.829.2800
312.787.0190
312.226.7611
312.829.3663
847.678.3663
773.880.8044
312.733.5665
888.932.3233
312.280.7900
847.982.2608
773.880.8044
312.322.1757
www.berghoffgroup.com
www.blueplatechicago.com
www.calihancatering.com
www.heartyboys.com
www.entertainingcompany.com
www.kenmarecatering.com
www.inspiredcateringandevents.com
www.georgejewell.com
www.foodevolution.com
www.limelightcatering.com
www.simply-elegant-catering.com
www.corkcatering.com
www.jandlcatering.com
www.fftchicagocatering.com
www.paramounteventschicago.com
www.wolfgangpuck.com
Blue Plate Catering
Calihan Catering
Hearty Boys
Entertaining Company
Kenmare Catering
Inspired Catering & Events
Jewel Events Catering
Food Evolution
Limelight
Simply Elegant
Cork Catering & Special Events
J & L Catering
Food For Thought
Paramount Events
Wolfgang Puck
RECOMMENDED CATERING LIST
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