Volunteer for Open House Chicago 2023

Chicago Architecture Center is excited to announce that Open House Chicago (OHC) 2023 will take place Saturday, October 14 and Sunday, October 15.

We’re thrilled to involve over 1,000 volunteers needed to greet and assist visitors at 100+ sites throughout the city. OHC Volunteer Greeters work ONE shift either Saturday or Sunday, for 3.5-5.5 hours. As a thank you, each volunteer receives great benefits, including a Priority Access Pass which lets you skip long lines.

Once you’re registered, here’s what to expect:

In mid-August, you will receive an email with additional information about choosing a shift and t-shirt pickup options.
In September, we’ll release the list of participating sites.
In early October, registered volunteers will be able to select their volunteer shift from sites that requested volunteers.

The team at the Chicago Architecture Center thanks you for being dedicated to our city and our festival. Please email ohcvolunteers@architecture.org if you have questions about this process.

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CAC members enjoy perks like free walking tours, discounted bus tours, engaging programs and a discount at the CAC shop all year long.

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Open House Chicago celebrates the stories of Chicago neighborhoods and shows how architecture and design can transform a community. Over half a million people have participated in OHC since 2011—nearly all of them exploring new neighborhoods and finding new reasons to be proud of their city.