The Library & Conference Suites

The Library at 190 is a distinctive event and conference venue in the heart of Chicago’s Loop, occupying the 40th floor of 190 South LaSalle Street. Its signature space is an impressive, two-storey library filled with more than 50,000 law books, tall Palladian windows and striking views across the city and Lake Michigan. The setting combines historic character with the polish and convenience expected from a modern venue, giving organisers a memorable backdrop for important occasions.

The venue is suitable for a broad range of events, including weddings, rehearsal dinners, cocktail receptions, fundraisers, bar and bat mitzvahs, networking occasions and corporate celebrations. The main Library space can host up to 250 guests for a cocktail reception, 180 guests for a seated dinner with a dance floor, or 100 guests in a classroom layout. This makes it adaptable for both social and business programmes, from formal dinners and award receptions to presentations followed by drinks and dancing.

For meetings, training sessions and smaller corporate gatherings, the Conference Suites provide three flexible rooms with built-in projectors, widescreen monitors, surround sound and teleconferencing facilities. The Boardroom accommodates up to 20 people, while the Adams and LaSalle rooms support larger classroom-style configurations. The Stacks offers an additional lounge-style environment with a built-in bar and capacity for up to 200 guests at a reception, making it useful for networking, pre-function drinks or informal hospitality.

Organisers can work with a selection of preferred catering, event design and audiovisual partners, helping simplify supplier coordination while retaining flexibility over the event concept. With its central location, characterful interiors, panoramic views and range of layouts, The Library at 190 offers a compelling setting for planners seeking an elegant Chicago venue for both corporate and private events.