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SOFA TICKETS & INFORMATION

VISITOR INFORMATION: SOFA CHICAGO 2008

 

The 15th Annual Exposition of Sculpture Objects & Functional Art is a gallery-presented, international art exposition dedicated to bridging the worlds of design, decorative and fine art. Works by emerging and established artists and designers are available for sale by 100 premier galleries and dealers. View images from SOFA CHICAGO 2007.

 
 
 
 
 
 
   

Show Entrance
The entrance to SOFA CHICAGO 2008 will be at the east end of Navy Pier,
Entrance 2. Download a PDF map of Navy Pier here.
Location
 

Festival Hall, Navy Pier
600 E. Grand Ave., Chicago, IL 60611

Wheelchairs and Elevators
Wheelchairs are available at the Guest Services Desk inside the Family Pavilion, located near the West entrance, and at the East End Security Post. They are available at no charge, on a first-come, first-served basis. ID is required. All levels of the Navy Pier complex are accessible by elevators.

Dates & Hours
 
Friday, November 7      
11 am – 8 pm
Saturday, November 8
11 am – 8 pm
Sunday, November 9
Noon – 6pm

  • Photography is not permitted. Cameras must be checked at coat check for a fee.
  • Backpacks, large purses, bulky coats and oversized personal items must be checked at coat check for a fee.
  • Children under the age of 12 are free with an adult. Stroller entrance to the show is regulated by security depending on crowd size.
Tickets
 

Tickets are available online, or at the door.
Cash and credit cards (VISA, American Express & Mastercard) are accepted.

General Admission
$15.00
Three-Day Pass
$25.00
Groups (10 or more)
$12.00 (in advance)
For more information about group tickets, call our office at 800.563.7632 or email info@sofaexpo.com

Purchase Tickets Online

Opening Night Preview Gala
 

Thursday, November 6th, 2008 at SOFA Festival Hall, Navy Pier

5 - 7:00 pm
By Invitation only
7 - 9:00 pm
$50.00
Lecture Series
 

Friday, November 7
Saturday, November 8

Presentations at SOFA by renowned artists, collectors and arts professionals are planned. Admission is included with a valid SOFA ticket. Complete SOFA CHICAGO 2008 schedule is available.

Catalog
 
Contains essays, gallery information, a list of represented artists and hundreds of color images of artwork. The catalog is for sale at the exposition. After the show, the catalog and available back editions may be purchased here.
Special Events
 
Exhibits & Events are curated and presented by international arts organizations, including (in past years) the World Ceramic Exposition Foundation (WOCEF), Korea, Association of Israel's Decorative Arts, and Crafts Council of Ireland. The Corning Museum of Glass Hot Glass Roadshow will demonstrate live hot glass blowing. Artist book signings are scheduled throughout the show. A schedule will be posted on sofaexpo.com as information becomes available.
Show Maps
 
Maps are available at ticket sales counters during the show or online HERE (as a PDF).
SOFA Cafe
 
A café in the show will offer spirits, sandwiches and light supper
during show hours.
Getting There
 
Bus and train travel information is available at Chicago Transit Authority, 1.888.YOURCTA.

Taxis: Navy Pier has three taxi drop-off and pick-up points. Entrance 2 is closest to SOFA.

A daily free trolley runs between Navy Pier and State Street, along Grand Avenue and Illinois Street, Mon-Thu 10 am-9 pm; Fri-Sat 10 am-11 pm; and Sun 10 am-8 pm. Trolleys typically run every 20 minutes, pick-up points are indicated by 'Navy Pier Trolley Stop' signs along the route.

Art Shuttle
 

Complimentary art shuttle service between SOFA/Navy Pier (Entrance 1). The Museum of Contemporary Art (Front Steps) and the River North Gallery district (Superior and Franklin Streets).

 

Shuttle Hours:

Friday, November 7
Noon - 8 PM
Saturday, November 8
Noon - 5 PM
Sunday, November 9
11 AM - 2 PM

 

Parking

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Paid parking is available on Navy Pier.
Rates and additional parking lots are listed here
Hotel Info
 
American Airlines© is offering discounted air transportation to persons traveling to the exposition. Fares are subject to special rules, restrictions and availability. Contact American Airlines Meeting Services at 800.433.1790 for reservations and ticket purchase.

SOFA CHICAGO Hotels

(SOFA blocks at our participating hotels are now full.)

Doubletree Hotel Chicago
Magnificent Mile
Chicago, IL 60611-3308
312.787.6100
$219 per night*
www.chicc.com

Hotel Indigo
1244 N. Dearborn Pkwy.
T: 312.787.4980
$175 per night*
www.hotelindigo.com

Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers
301 E North Water Street
T: 312.464.1000
$299 per night*
www.sheratonchicago.com

The W Hotel (Lake Shore)
644 N. Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL  60611
312.943.9200
$279 per night*
www.whotels.com

*Listed prices do not include tax

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T: 800.563.SOFA (7632) or 773.506.8860
F: 773.506.8892
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