Completed in 1964, just following his tenure as the director of the College of Architecture here at Illinois Institute of Technology, the Everett McKinley Dirksen United States Courthouse (commonly referred to as the Dirksen Federal Building) highlights the architectural legacy of Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. This special access program will relate on how his architecture—deeply steeped in Bauhaus tradition—continues to play a pivotal role in fostering a conducive environment for justice and harmony in our democracy today and will take place inside the Ceremonial Courtroom, a space rarely seen by the general public.

An optional, paid reception at The Berghoff, one of Chicago's oldest restaurants, will take place before the program from 4:30 to 6 p.m. that includes hors d'oeuvres with a cash bar.

Optional Reception
Time: 4:30 pm - 6:00 p.m.
Place: Berghoff Restaurant (Main Public Bar, Ground Floor)
17 W. Adams, Chicago, IL
Security Check-in
Time: 6:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Place: Dirksen Federal Center (Ground Floor)
219 S. Dearborn St., Chicago, IL.
Program
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Place: Ceremonial Courtroom, Dirksen Federal Center

*No photography, recordings, food or drink in the Courtroom are allowed.

The event is co-hosted by Fox Swibel Levin & Carroll LLP, courtesy of Mies Society Board Member Daniel Dorfman.