On Sunday, May 18, 2025, 103 art lovers and curious explorers had the rare opportunity to step inside six private homes and artist spaces in Berwyn for an intimate look at local art collections, working studios, and unique creative displays. This inaugural, self-guided Art House and Studio Tour offered a behind-the-scenes experience of artists' practices and the stories behind their work. We were pleased to feature the spaces of local artists Chris Uphues, MisfitTiki, and Snagz.
Thank you Raquel, owner of The Local Flour Stand Cafe, for opening on a Sunday to host the check-in 10am-1pm. The after-party took place at Fitzgerald’s Sidebar, 5-8pm, with appetizers and libations.
A big thank you to our homeowners, volunteers, and tour photographers Joe Kreml and Anne Evans.
This fundraising event raised over $4,500 thanks to ticket sales, sponsorships, and raffle ticket sales made possible by in-kind donations. Please check out our supporters listed below.
We appreciate the overwhelmingly positive feedback we received!
“I absolutely love this. I hope you do it again! Every house was so unique and I kept thinking of people who would enjoy this so much as I went along. Brava for putting together an incredible art tour! Every place I went, I was like: This was my favorite. No, this is my favorite. No, this is my favorite.”
2025 collectors & artists
Discover the collectors’ and artists’ Q&A — read about their collections, their art practice, and learn about artists shown in the spaces.
Post-Tour Feedback Form
Thank you for participating in our inaugural Art Collector & Artist House Tour! We hope to make this a recurring event, and appreciate your feedback to help us improve future tours. Please take this Quick Survey!
Thank you To our Event SponsorS
$250+ Patron Sponsors
This Is A Bird Productions
$100+ Collector Sponsors
Special Event Support
VS Print Services — Print
VS Print Services is a full-service printing and distribution company with more than 55 years of experience.
The Flour Stand Cafe — Check-in Venue
Fitzgerald’s Sidebar — After Party Venue
In-Kind Donors for our After-Party Raffle & Silent Auction
Maggie Regaisis Map of Mercy by Tony Fitzpatrick A.P. Etching
Michael Solway Original Painting by Reverend Kurt Fondriest
Just Wallpaper Gift Certificate and DIY Kit
The Great Frame Up 4 Gift Certificate
Matt Olson & Lettuce Entertain You 2 Gift Certificates to Beatrix Restaurant
Jane Sirinek Solomon Seal Original Paper Cut
Elmhurst Art Museum 6 General Admission Tickets
The Morton Arboretum 6 General Admission Tickets
Flapjack Brewery Gift Card + Beerwyn T-shirt
National Museum of Mexican Art Maiz Household Membership
Blick Art Materials Gift Certificate
The Field Museum 4 x General Admission Passes
Rafael Nieves 2 Welcome Home Berwyn Prints
The Chicago History Museum 2 x Admission
La Malquerida Berwyn Latin Fusion 2 Gift Certificates
The Pile Book Store Facebook / Instagram Gift Certificate
Kinslahger Crowler Can Certificate & Glas