Celebrating 25 Years on State Street

For more than 50 years, the Siskel Film Center has brought extraordinary cinema to Chicago—and for the past 25, we’ve called State Street home. Since opening on State Street in May 2001, the Siskel has hosted thousands of unforgettable screenings, filmmaker visits, and audience moments.

From June through December, celebrate with the Siskel

  • See incredible films from the past with our 25 For 25 film series
  • Pick up a limited-edition archival poster and a new commemorative poster
  • Share your favorite Siskel memories

Here’s to 25 years on State Street–that great street–and to the next chapter of cinematic discovery.


Explore the Anniversary

25 FOR 25 FILM SERIES

A curated series celebrating films that have defined our State Street years. Full lineup coming in June. 

Explore the Series


SUPPORT THE NEXT 25 YEARS

Help sustain the Siskel Film Center through seat naming, membership, donations, and commemorative posters.

Support the Siskel


WHAT'S COMING NEXT

  • Anniversary posters and special events beginning May 29
  • Full July–December lineup announced in June