A home for art in all forms. Built in 1885, Fine Arts Building was originally designed to house the carriage assembly and showroom for the Studebaker Company. Within a decade, the company outgrew the space, paving the way for the building to become Chicago’s first fine arts colony, housing some of the most acclaimed artists with national and international impact on the arts. The Fine Arts Building is open to the public and we encourage visitors of all ages to explore the rich history of the building.