Event Details

✨Raffle Prizes Available✨

We look forward to seeing you this Thursday, March 12, at The Old Post Office for Preservation Forward! Find information below to help get you to the event and what to expect during the evening.

DRESS

Cocktail Attire

PARKING, TRANSIT & DIRECTIONS 

Metra

3-minute walk to Union Station. For all other public transit visit Metra.



CTA Trains

Brown, Orange, Pink, and Purple Line at LaSalle / Van Buren Station. The Blue line stop at the Clinton Station. For all other public transit visit Chicago Transit Authority.

Venue Parking Garage

Limited parking is available at the venue's garage, located at 404 W. Harrison St.

Please click here for additional information and alternative path to enter on Harrison Street. Price Range: $20-$30, dependent on your length of parking time.

(After parking your vehicle, please locate the Visitor/Tenant Entrance. This lobby is open 24/7, and a security guard will be present by the turnstiles to let guests in or out of the building.)

Alternative parking can be found via SpotHero. All lots are a short 3-5 minute walk away. Options include: 322 W. Van Buren St. (Price Range: $10-$25)

400 S Franklin St. (Price Range: $10-$20)

GUEST ARRIVAL

The Old Post Office is located at 433 W. Van Buren St. (between South Canal Street and South Wacker Drive). Guests will enter the venue at the East Entrance of the property. There will be signage in front of the property to direct guests. All guests must check in to receive a name badge, seating assignments and bid number. There will be a coat check available.

Please note: The historic lobby entrance will be closed.

🎟️ Don't Miss Out! 🎟️

EVENT PROGRAM

Cocktail and Hors D'oeuvres Reception – Grand Lobby (5:30 p.m.)

Sip and mingle as we kick off the evening with drinks and hors d'oeuvres!

Take A Seat For The Main Program – Historic Lobby (6:30 p.m.)

Move to the Historic Lobby for the main program. Grab some bites and drinks as ushers guide you to your seat. The earlier you arrive, the better your seat! The bar will close for the entirety of the program. If you need special accommodations for seating, please email events@landmarks.org.

Main Program, Celebration of 2026 Landmarks Illinois Influencers (7:00 p.m.)

Master of Ceremonies: Chris Hensley, award-winning auctioneer. 



Dinner – Grand Hall & 'From Here On' Food Hall (7:45 p.m.)

Indulge in interactive food stations featuring chef-crafted Asian and Mediterranean fare.

The food hall will be open and serve savory bites by vendors Gutenburg, Hot Chi and Tempesta.

After-Party – Telegram Lounge (8:30 p.m.)

Head upstairs to the second floor for an unforgettable after-party! Dance the night away with a live DJ while indulging in late-night bites and desserts from local bakeries and pastry chefs. Treat yourself to sweet treats from Cal's Bakery & Cafe, Elisa's Cake by the Pound, Moody's Royce + Reign, Schweet Foods and Whipped Inc.

PLAN AHEAD

Check out the Old Post Office event layout to navigate with ease.