Wilson Abbey

Wilson Abbey Community. Faith. Art. A gathering place in the heart of Uptown, Chicago.
935 W. Wilson Ave. Chicago

Wilson Abbey is a little bit of everything, featuring a coffee house, a theater for live performance and film screening, concert venue, community center, and art gallery.

This building has held a lot of stories.Music, conversations, quiet moments, new beginnings.And somehow… there’s always ...
05/04/2026

This building has held a lot of stories.
Music, conversations, quiet moments, new beginnings.

And somehow… there’s always room for more.

Come be part of it.

Not every place asks you to perform.Some places just let you be.Wilson Abbey is one of those spaces—quiet, creative, and...
04/27/2026

Not every place asks you to perform.

Some places just let you be.

Wilson Abbey is one of those spaces—
quiet, creative, and open to whoever walks through the door.

Come as you are. Stay as long as you want.

03/30/2026

The Road We Walk Together 👣

Join us at The Wilson Abbey for our Stations of the Cross exhibit. Along with "Simon of Cyrene" by Nikki Fischer Warne, we are honored to showcase powerful works from several talented artists in our community.

Come through this Holy Week to experience this collective journey of faith and reflection.

📅 When: March 30th – April 4th
🕙 Hours: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (or by appointment)
📍 Where: 935 W Wilson Ave, Uptown Chicago

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BUDDY WAKEFIELD in ChicagoFriday, March 20thGet ready for an incredible night of some of the best spoken word this world...
03/13/2026

BUDDY WAKEFIELD in Chicago

Friday, March 20th

Get ready for an incredible night of some of the best spoken word this world has to offer. Buddy ain't through town every day, ya know.

Don't miss Buddy Wakefield live in CHICAGO!

Get ready for an unforgettable in-person experience with the one and only Buddy Wakefield. 3 x Spoken Word world champion, winner of the first ever Individual World Poetry Slam, appeared on HBO Def Poetry Jam, BBC, and ABC Radio National, has been signed by Sage Francis AND Ani DiFranco, over 2000 venues, exactly one Tig Notaro, etc. etc.

If you know someone, tell some one. Buddy truly is a marvel that is so much worth experiencing.

https://wilsonabbey.com/events/

More than a venue — Wilson Abbey is a place to gather, create, and feel at home. 🕯From intimate shows to community event...
02/05/2026

More than a venue — Wilson Abbey is a place to gather, create, and feel at home. 🕯
From intimate shows to community events, we love watching this space come alive.

01/31/2026
Pull up a chair. Stay awhile. Every cup supports connection, creativity, and care for our neighbors. ☕✨everybodyscoffee ...
01/30/2026

Pull up a chair. Stay awhile. Every cup supports connection, creativity, and care for our neighbors. ☕✨

everybodyscoffee

01/29/2026

New art opening starting with a Friday night reception 6-8 at everybody's coffee, 935 W Wilson Ave,Uptown Chicago

Soft lights. Old walls. New ideas.Sometimes the vibe is the invitation.
01/27/2026

Soft lights. Old walls. New ideas.
Sometimes the vibe is the invitation.

From concerts to conversations to community gatherings—this place stays busy in the best way.More to come soon 👀
01/25/2026

From concerts to conversations to community gatherings—
this place stays busy in the best way.

More to come soon 👀

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Chicago, IL

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