Leica Gallery Chicago
Discover contemporary and iconic photography exhibitions in the heart of Chicago.
Visit Leica Gallery Chicago
Location
800 N Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611
Opening Hours
Monday–Saturday: 10 AM–6 PM
Sunday: 12 PM–5 PM
Admission
Admission to Leica Gallery Chicago is free.
Reservation
No reservation is required. Visitors are welcome to walk in during regular opening hours.
Accessibility
Leica Gallery Chicago is wheelchair accessible.
Public Transport
The gallery is conveniently located just a few blocks from the Chicago Red Line station and only half a block from the bus stops at Chicago Avenue and Michigan Avenue.
Photography at Leica Gallery Chicago
Experience Photography, Discover Prints, Connect
Leica Gallery Chicago is located in the historic Streeterville neighborhood directly across from the landmark Chicago Water Tower. The gallery presents a diverse range of photography with a focus on both classic and contemporary artists, from established names to those who are newly emerging.
Current Exhibition at the Chicago Gallery
Mathieu Bitton: Paris Blues
Explore Mathieu Bitton's intimate portrait of Paris through music, street life and personal memory. On view at Leica Gallery Chicago through August 23, 2026.
Vernissage July 10 | 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Artist Talk July 11 | 12:00 PM
Duration July 9 – August 23, 2026
Discover Prints – Exhibition Editions and Gallery Favourites
Discover a curated selection of prints from our current exhibitions, alongside gallery favourites available year-round. Explore limited editions and timeless works — with personal guidance on formats, papers, and framing. Enquire in-gallery or online to check availability and editions.
Our Gallerist Lucas Zenk
Lucas Zenk has more than fifteen years of experience in the photography gallery world. After studying film at the University of Massachusetts and photography at the New England School of Photography, he gained further experience at Magnum Photos in New York. Before joining Leica Gallery Chicago as Gallery Director, he owned an art gallery and served as Director of Stephen Daiter Gallery. His expertise spans fine photography collecting, photographic reproduction and photobook publishing. Outside the gallery, he enjoys collecting art, reading, home renovation projects and spending time outdoors with his family.
"I am excited to step into the role as Gallery Director at the new Chicago location. It feels especially meaningful to be able to connect Leica’s rich history and influence on the medium with a city that has long been a cornerstone for photographic art."
Gallerist Lucas Zenk
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Leica Gallery Chicago
Opening hours
Monday - Saturday: 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday: 12 pm - 5 pm
Sunday: 12 pm - 5 pm