Ribbon Cutting
Join us as we celebrate the completion of our new accessible entry, elevator, and restroom—an important step in opening our doors wider to the whole community. This project also includes the restoration of our beautiful Rose Window, enhancements to community gathering spaces, and thoughtful preservation upgrades that care for our historic building while supporting its sustainable use for years to come. Together, these improvements help Wicker Park Lutheran continue to serve as A Place for All!
You’re invited to join the celebration on Sunday, May 17 beginning at 11:30 a.m.
These improvements help ensure that this historic building can continue serving neighborhood organizations, community groups, and the wider public for generations to come.
Program (11:30 a.m.)
- Choral Anthem by WPLC Choir
- Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with special guests
- Brief remarks from
- Tammi Franke (Chair, Wicker Park Lutheran Building Friends)
- Rev. Jason Glombicki (Pastor & President, Wicker Park Lutheran Church)
- Blessing by Rev. Jason Glombicki
- Music provided by Pro Musica Institute, space use group
Following the Program
After the ceremony, we invite you to explore our newly accessible space and enjoy:
- Building Tours with Wicker Park Lutheran Building Friends
- Opportunities to see our new spaces and features
- Games for children and the young at heart
- A live D.J. provided by Pro Musica Institute
Project Highlights
- New ADA-compliant entrance, stairwell, elevator, and restroom
- Restoration of the original 1906 Rose Window
- Community gathering space improvements, including a new kitchenette for receptions and meetings
- Preservation upgrades to the 1906 landmark building, including replacement of cloth wiring, new lower-level windows in community spaces, and improvements to address water infiltration and sewer backups
FAQ
Where is this being held?
- Weather permitting, we’ll be outside in the Wicker Park Gathering Garden on Hoyne Ave. for the program followed by activities and refreshments inside our newly accessible space!
How do I get there?
- Check out our location information here.
Where can I learn more about the A Place for All campaign?
- Learn more at our website or visit Wicker Park Lutheran Building Friends.
Where can I donate to the A Place for All campaign?
- Donate at our website or visit Wicker Park Lutheran Building Friends.
What is Wicker Park Lutheran Building Friends?
- Wicker Park Lutheran Building Friends is a 501(c)3 organization founded in 2023 as a nonprofit to support the preservation, restoration, maintenance, and enhancement of the historic landmark building at 1500 N Hoyne Avenue, Chicago, IL. As a non-religious nonprofit, it advances this work through fundraising, education, and public awareness. Learn more at www.wplbf.org.