Arie Crown Theater, Chicago

#190 among attractions in Chicago

Concerts and shows, Theater, Entertainment, Concert hall

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Facts and practical information

The Arie Crown Theater is an entertainment venue named after Lithuanian immigrant Arie Crown, who was the father of Henry Crown, the American industrialist and philanthropist, and situated on Lake Shore Drive, Chicago. It opened in 1960, with seating for 5,000 people, one of the largest seating capacities in Chicago. The theater is part of the McCormick Place convention facility, owned by the Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority. ()

Opened: 1960 (64 years ago)Capacity: 4250Coordinates: 41°51'6"N, 87°36'42"W

Address

Downtown (Near South Side)Chicago United States

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(866) 353-5167

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Day trips

Arie Crown Theater – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Adler Planetarium, Soldier Field, Northerly Island, Chinatown Square.

1 miN
Museum with high-tech exhibits and shows
Adler Planetarium, Chicago
26 min walk • The Adler Planetarium, perched on the edge of Lake Michigan, is a gateway to the stars nestled within the bustling city of Chicago. As America's first planetarium, it has served as an astronomical hub since its opening in 1930, offering visitors an unparalleled journey...
0.8 miN
Historic football stadium
Soldier Field, Chicago
20 min walk • Soldier Field stands as a testament to the rich sports history and architectural uniqueness in the heart of Chicago, United States. Originally opened in 1924 as a memorial to American soldiers who had died in wars, this iconic sport venue has since become synonymous...
0.6 miN
Park, Island
Northerly Island, Chicago
17 min walk • Northerly Island is a serene oasis amidst the bustling city of Chicago, offering residents and visitors alike a unique park experience. Once the site of the Meigs Field airport, this 91-acre peninsula along Lake Michigan was transformed into a nature-focused park...
1.1 miW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Chinatown Square, Chicago
30 min walk • Chinatown Square is a two-story outdoor mall located in Chinatown, Chicago, a mile from the center of Chicago just north of the main Wentworth Avenue District.
0.7 miW
Church
Second Presbyterian Church, Chicago
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0.6 miNW
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Henry B. Clarke House, Chicago
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0.5 miW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Wintrust Arena, Chicago
14 min walk • Wintrust Arena at McCormick Square, previously referred to as DePaul Arena or McCormick Place Events Center, is a 10,387-seat sports venue in Chicago's Near South Side community area that opened in 2017.
1 miN
Monuments and statues
Tadeusz Kościuszko Monument, Chicago
26 min walk • The Tadeusz Kościuszko Monument, also known as the Tadeusz Kościuszko Memorial and the Thaddeus Kosciuszko Memorial, is an outdoor sculpture by artist Kazimierz Chodziński depicting Tadeusz Kościuszko, installed in the median of East Solidarity Drive, near Chicago's Shedd Aquarium, in the U.S. state of Illinois.
1 miN
Monuments and statues
Karel Havlíček Monument, Chicago
26 min walk • The Karel Havlíček Monument is an outdoor monument and sculpture by Joseph Strachovsky commemorating Karel Havlíček Borovský, installed in the median of East Solidarity Drive, in Chicago's Northerly Island, in the U.S. state of Illinois. The statue was created in 1911 and installed in 1983.
0.6 miNW
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Glessner House Museum, Chicago
17 min walk • The John J. Glessner House, operated as the Glessner House, is an architecturally important 19th-century residence located at 1800 S. Prairie Avenue, Chicago, Illinois. It was designed in 1885–1886 by architect Henry Hobson Richardson and completed in late 1887. The property was designated a Chicago Landmark on October 14, 1970.
0.7 miN
Memorial, Park, Sculpture
Gold Star Families Memorial and Park, Chicago
20 min walk • Gold Star Families Memorial and Park is located east of Soldier Field in Chicago, in the U.S. state of Illinois. The memorial is maintained by the Chicago Police Department Honor Guard and is intended to honor 585 CPD officers who died in the line of duty. The memorial was dedicated in 2006 by the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Arie Crown Theater?

Nearby attractions include Near South Side, Chicago (12 min walk), Harriet F. Rees House, Chicago (13 min walk), Wintrust Arena, Chicago (14 min walk), Prairie Avenue District, Chicago (15 min walk).

How to get to Arie Crown Theater by public transport?

The nearest stations to Arie Crown Theater:

Bus

McCormick Place North Pick-up/Drop-off (6 min walk)
McCormick Place South Pick-up/Drop-off (9 min walk)

Train

McCormick Place (7 min walk)
18th Street (13 min walk)

Metro

Cermak-McCormick Place • Lines: Green (20 min walk)
Cermak-Chinatown • Lines: Red (26 min walk)