Escape Artistry – Time Gallery is an immersive escape room experience located in Chicago, Illinois. With a focus on art, storytelling, and problem-solving, Escape Artistry offers visitors a unique and thrilling way to experience the city’s vibrant culture and history.
History Escape Artistry was founded in 2013 by Melissa Schlesinger and Maren Rosenberg, two friends with a shared passion for art, storytelling, and problem-solving. The Time Gallery, one of the company’s signature escape rooms, was created in 2015 and has since become one of the most popular and beloved escape rooms in Chicago.
Design and Theme The Time Gallery is a time-travel-themed escape room that takes visitors on a journey through the history of art and culture in Chicago. The experience begins in a dimly lit room that is filled with antique clocks and other timekeeping devices. Visitors are given a brief introduction to the story and the rules of the game, and are then transported back in time to different eras in Chicago’s history.
Each era is represented by a different room, and visitors must solve a series of puzzles and clues to unlock the secrets of each room and advance to the next era. Along the way, they will encounter famous historical figures and cultural icons, and will learn about the role that art and culture have played in shaping the city’s identity and character.
The Time Gallery is designed to be both challenging and immersive, with a focus on art, storytelling, and problem-solving. The puzzles and clues are designed to be both fun and challenging, and are intended to promote teamwork and communication among visitors.
In addition to the Time Gallery, Escape Artistry offers a range of other escape rooms, each with its own unique theme and storyline. These include the Railcar, an immersive experience set in a 1940s-era train car, and the Dollhouse, a creepy and suspenseful escape room set in a haunted Victorian mansion.
Impact on Chicago Escape Artistry has had a significant impact on the city of Chicago, both in terms of its economic and cultural significance. The company has helped to fuel the growth of Chicago’s vibrant arts and culture scene, and has provided a unique and thrilling way for visitors to experience the city’s history and heritage.
In addition to its impact on the city’s cultural landscape, Escape Artistry has also had a significant economic impact on Chicago. The company employs a large number of local artists, designers, and performers, and has helped to create jobs and stimulate economic growth in the city.
Overall, Escape Artistry – Time Gallery is a unique and thrilling escape room experience that offers visitors a fun and immersive way to explore the history and culture of Chicago. Its focus on art, storytelling, and problem-solving sets it apart from other escape rooms, and its impact on Chicago’s economy and cultural landscape is a testament to the enduring spirit and creativity of the city’s arts and culture community.
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How do you suggest I get to Escape Artistry?
We highly suggest taking public transportation, biking, or walking to our location if possible. The Railcar is less than one block from the Damen Blue Line El station. The Time Gallery is one and a half blocks from the Division Blue Line El Station. The 50 Damen Bus, 72 North Ave Bus, and 56 Milwaukee Bus also run directly in front of our locations. Bike parking is available in front of both buildings. Get some physical exercise before you exercise your wits, creativity, imagination, and mind.
Is this a suitable event for someone who doesn’t understand or speak English?
Yes, as long as they are accompanied by someone who can translate for them. We require at least one member of a group to be fluent in English in order to translate all the rules. Clues and puzzles could be language-based and were designed with an audience of majority native English speakers in mind.
Are cell phones permitted in the room?
Cell phones are not allowed in the room. We have a safe space for guests to leave their phones, bags, and personal items while they attempt to escape. There will be an opportunity to take group photos afterwards.
Is this a suitable event for someone who is claustrophobic?
Yes. There is a way to exit the room should a claustrophobic guest need to be let out. If the claustrophobic person is comfortable on a metro car like the ones found on the Chicago EL they should be just fine in ‘The Railcar’. If the claustrophobic person is comfortable in a standard size business office with tall ceilings they may be more comfortable in the rooms at ‘The Time Gallery’.
Is this a suitable event for someone who is epileptic?
Yes. There are no strobe/flashing lights used in the show. There is a TV monitor in the lobby and rooms. No images displayed on these screens or any activities are known to cause epileptic episodes. If you have specific triggers or have any further questions, please feel free to e-mail boxoffice@escape-artistry.com.
Can I give my tickets away?
Yes. If you are unable to attend a show you can give your ticket to someone else to use in your place. We also offer gift certificates if you wish to buy a ticket as a gift without choosing a specific time and date.
