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CURRENTLY EXHIBITING

BEAUTIFUL IN IT’S TIME

ARTWORK BY MAGDALENA KRANC-VELAZQUEZ

COMING UP

14 LOCAL CREATIVES.

ONE NIGHT TO SHOP.

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Private Events

    Rent out our space for your next event! Bring people together for your next celebration or community gathering.

    BOOK IT

  • Workshops & Classes

    Sign up for one of our upcoming events and workshops! Explore various ways to play and get curious.

    EVENT SCHEDULE

  • Fine Art Gallery

    Immerse yourself in art! The Empty Corner features a fine artist from the Chicago area each month.

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The Empty Corner is a creative event space that aims to expand the arts and humanities in the Northwest suburbs of Chicago.

What people are saying about

The Empty Corner

“If you (or anyone you know) love art, artists, or Arlington Heights, you should visit The Empty Corner! I recently visited for the first time and met Liz and Conrad. I heard a little about their vision, and I was introduced to some local artists I hadn’t heard of. Now I can’t get enough of this brilliant new space seeking to provide somewhere for local artists to connect and find belonging in our community. Love what you’re doing, Liz and Conrad!”
— Celeste C.
“We had an amazing and unforgettable poem and music night at The Empty Corner. It was a calm, relaxing, artistic, and professionally set environment. I would love to go back there for their other programs. Liz, the owner of the place is a very welcoming, kind and professional artist.”
— Laura A.
“Every event I’ve attended at The Empty Corner has been a 5 star experience. I look forward to all their future events.”
— Ashley C.

Gallery Hours

Mon 10-6 pm

Tue 10-6pm

Wed CLOSED

Thu 10-6pm

Fri 10-6pm

Sat 1-6pm

Sun 1-6pm

Address:

214 E Grove St, Arlington Heights, IL, 60005

Phone:

(224) 676-5566

We want you to party here!

The Empty Corner is the perfect place to host YOUR unique event.

 
Back by popular demand, just in time for the PERFECT Father's Day gift! Grab a bottle of bourbon and a friend and join #cocktailking Conrad @theemptycorner on Friday June 23rd for a night of tunes and cocktails! This interactive class will provide yo
Join us on MONDAY, MAY 22nd from 6-8pm for an #artistsreception for our new exhibition “214 Rising” 🖤 “214 Rising” celebrates up-and-coming talent from fine arts underclassmen in District 214; the show features incredible dra
After a long hiatus, we are happy to be bringing back #marketplacemonday! Our new special guest and vendor Maureen from @deladornments, whose products are perfect gifts for Mother’s Day, and any other time of the year! Stop by during the month
Due to popular demand we are offering ONE more opportunity to join us at The Empty Corner for Petals & Prosecco with Kristie from @gouda_and_ganache! Bring your besties and your favorite bottle of bubbly to learn the basics of flower arranging an
This new month has us looking forward to our next exhibition — “100 Under $100” was a huge hit and we are so excited for our next show!! “214 Rising” is an exhibition that features up-and-coming fine arts talent from hig
Calling all mompreneurs pursuing their dreams, running businesses, and balancing motherhood! • Join Lindsey DiFiore, CEO and coach of Aligned Biz Mama, on MAY 13th at 6:00 PM for this two-hour event. This is for the woman who wants to create mor
Grab your besties and take an afternoon to treat yourself at our first annual Mom's Day Out at The Empty Corner! We will have pampering, shopping, treats and more at this fun BYOB event, you won't want to miss it! Join Kristie from @gouda_and_ganache
ONE WEEK from tonight we will be celebrating our “100 Under $100” exhibition at The Empty Corner!! Artwork has been steadily streaming into the gallery and we have well over 100 pieces that will be on display and for sale between April 27
Bring your appetite for our 100 Under $100 #openingreception next Thursday night! Local food truck and cheeseburger lovers @spoonburgerfoodtruck will be parked outside the Empty Corner on April 27th from 6–9 pm! Enjoy some tasty little burgers,

What’s new at

The Empty Corner?

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Previous Exhibitions
Meet the Team

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Hope to display your art or host an event in our space?

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