2025 Chicago Design Archive Auction

Sharing the Best of Chicago Design

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2025 Chicago Design Archive Auction

Tuesday, May 20th, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM CDT

In Person

Join us for the 2025 Chicago Design Archive Design Auction, a one-night-only celebration of design history, creativity, and community. Held at the stunning new National Public Housing Museum, this event offers more than just an auction — it’s a chance to experience the legacy of Chicago design up close. ✨ What to expect:✨ - Original works from icons like Alex Ross, Art Paul, Armin Hoffman, John Massey, Paula Scher, Marcia Lausen, Paul Rand and more! - Featured presenters: Carlos Segura, Philip Burton, Marcia Lausen, Judith Mayer, and Jack Weiss - Awe-inspiring venue: the recently opened National Public Housing Museum in the last remaining Jane Addams Homes building - Presentations in the museum’s sculpture garden, surrounded by Edgar Miller’s beautifully restored animal sculptures - Incredible food, drink, and conversation with the city’s design community 🎟️ Tickets directly support the CDA’s work preserving and celebrating Chicago’s design past, present, and future. Space is limited — get your ticket now and be part of design history in the making.

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