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SFAN ART & FOOD TOUR is $150 each per person if reserved after July 1st, 2025
RESERVE YOUR TOUR HERE
lunch included in tour
Cancellations may be made on or before June 30th to receive a full refund.
Cancellations made on July 1st or later are non-refundable.
lunch included in tour
Cancellations may be made on or before June 30th to receive a full refund.
Cancellations made on July 1st or later are non-refundable.
Included in this tour are visits to the a large variety of art galleriies from low-brow to high-end
in the West Town Gallery District and a stop at a Puerto Rica restaurant for a delcious lunch.
in the West Town Gallery District and a stop at a Puerto Rica restaurant for a delcious lunch.
Chicago’s West Town Gallery District is a dynamic and ever-evolving epicenter of contemporary art, where creativity flourishes in repurposed industrial spaces and intimate, cutting-edge galleries. A neighborhood that seamlessly blends historic charm with artistic innovation, West Town has emerged as one of the city’s most compelling destinations for collectors, curators, and art enthusiasts seeking the bold, the unconventional, and the thought-provoking.
The district’s galleries champion both emerging and established artists, offering a diverse range of media, from experimental installations and conceptual photography, to striking paintings and provocative sculptures.
Many institutions in the West Town Gallery District push the boundaries of artistic discourse, featuring works that challenge conventions and redefine contemporary aesthetics. Meanwhile, other spaces specialize in lens-based and digital media, reflecting the ever-expanding dialogue between technology and art. With its seamless blend of artistic risk-taking and neighborhood charm, the West Town Gallery District stands as a testament to Chicago’s enduring role as a leader in the contemporary art world. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or a casual observer, stepping into this district is an invitation to engage with art that is alive, urgent, and unapologetically forward-thinking.
Chicago’s low-brow art scene is a bold, unfiltered explosion of creativity where the weird, the whimsical, and the rebellious collide in a raw and electrifying cultural movement. Also known as Pop Surrealism, this underground art world thrives in Chicago’s indie galleries, DIY spaces, and street art enclaves, celebrating an aesthetic that defies convention and embraces the offbeat.
Rooted in comic books, tattoo culture, punk rock, and outsider art, Chicago’s low-brow scene is a playground for artists who blend humor with the macabre, the grotesque with the beautiful. Playful, irreverent, and often deeply satirical, this art form rejects the traditional fine art establishment, instead drawing inspiration from the city’s gritty streets, vintage kitsch, and the surreal absurdities of everyday life.
Chicago’s Puerto Rican cuisine is a vibrant celebration of flavor, tradition, and community, rooted in the island’s rich culinary heritage while shaped by the city’s diverse food scene. From the aroma of slow-roasted pernil wafting through the air to the satisfying crunch of a perfectly fried jibarito, the flavors of Puerto Rico come alive in the city’s neighborhoods.
With family-run restaurants, lively food festivals, and cherished neighborhood spots, Puerto Rican cuisine in Chicago is more than just a meal—it’s an experience that captures the island’s warmth, hospitality, and bold flavors, creating a delicious bridge between Chicago and the Caribbean.
You may stay in the area and visit local shops, restaurants, or bars after the tour.
RESERVE YOUR TOUR HERE
Cancellations may be made on or before June 30th to receive a full refund.
Cancellations made on July 1st or later are non-refundable.
Cancellations may be made on or before June 30th to receive a full refund.
Cancellations made on July 1st or later are non-refundable.
"Stephen had us visiting five and sometimes six galleries in one day, separated by a 45 minute or so lunch break.
He had done his homework well and arranged for the actual visits that we made. The galleries welcomed us in and often times the person in charge at the gallery would even participate with Stephen in explaining various aspects of the art and what the artist was about. That combination of Stephen and the person at the art gallery,
interacting together with explanations, enriched the visit for me very much."
- Charles Franz, Sacramento, CA
He had done his homework well and arranged for the actual visits that we made. The galleries welcomed us in and often times the person in charge at the gallery would even participate with Stephen in explaining various aspects of the art and what the artist was about. That combination of Stephen and the person at the art gallery,
interacting together with explanations, enriched the visit for me very much."
- Charles Franz, Sacramento, CA