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.
SUPPORT THE NEXT 25 YEARS
Help sustain the Siskel Film Center through seat naming, membership, donations, and commemorative posters.
OUR HISTORY
Celebrate 25 years on State Street with a look back at the Siskel Film Center’s evolution across three Chicago homes and more than five decades of film culture.
Explore our history and share your own Siskel memories!
WHAT'S COMING NEXT
- Full July–December lineup announced in June