Sideshow Gallery

Sideshow Gallery Established 2013, Woman Owned. Art • Tarot • Magic • Oddities • Antiques. Supporting Handmade Artists. Morbid Curiosity with a Sense of Humor.
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Chicago Tourist Destination. Sideshow Gallery is a one-of-a-kind Chicago art gallery, event space, and curiosity shop. Open since 2014, it has made its home at 2219 North Western Avenue a welcoming space for all. Influenced by the strange, unusual, and occult, owners Anne Elliott (tarot reader, “the Demon Cleaner”) and Cheri Gutierrez (owner, Revolution Tattoo) represent artists from all over the

world. Taking inspiration from the fringe world of the “circus sideshow,” the duo’s interests take on life via Sideshow Gallery’s ambiance and merchandise. Sideshow has recently expanded it's space the upstairs to include a Tarot Room and Gallery Parlour for events. Classes, and Art shows take hints from the Occult, Psychedelia, Oddities, Astrology, Tarot, Horror, Witchcraft and anything obscure or unusual. All things Anne and Cheri love! Sideshow Gallery is ever-evolving, with themes and concepts rotating monthly within the space.

Today we’re highlighting one of our favorite recent additions to the shop. This beautiful devotional shadow box featurin...
03/24/2026

Today we’re highlighting one of our favorite recent additions to the shop. This beautiful devotional shadow box featuring a lithograph print of The Last Supper dates to around the 1930s–1950s, reflected in its charming vintage details. The ornate metal frame, domed bubble glass, shimmering tinsel-like matting, and carefully arranged dried floral accents come together to create a dramatic, almost reliquary-style display. It’s truly an incredible piece for anyone who loves antiques, religious decor, or distinctive shadow box art!

03/23/2026

These stunning handmade stained glass boxes by artist Sandra Nangle are ideal for storing divination tools, crystals, or any small treasures. The iridescent glass and intricate details give them an otherworldly glow. Each box is truly one of a kind!

🌑 Join us for our New Moon Ritual Circle on April 17th from 7–9pm, guided by Cheri, Anne, and Amalia. We’ll begin the ci...
03/23/2026

🌑 Join us for our New Moon Ritual Circle on April 17th from 7–9pm, guided by Cheri, Anne, and Amalia. We’ll begin the circle with a discussion about the current planetary forecast and how to manifest under the powerful energies of this new moon in Aries. ♈️

Together we will craft our own corn husk poppet and adorn them with a selection of charms. This poppet will reflect the manifestation and intention we are calling into our lives. We will then create a small satchel for the poppet filled with crystals, seeds, and a rolled intention paper with a personalized message sealed to anchor your goals.

Together we’ll explore the basic principles of green witchery and the symbolism of spring as a powerful time to plant metaphorical seeds of what we hope to grow in the months ahead. The evening will conclude with a gentle guided meditation, followed by reflective journal prompts and a group discussion.

03/21/2026

We're loving our newest collection of handmade leather butterfly & moth accessories by ! Add some dark green witch charm to any outfit with these beautifully designed hair clips & bags!

Happy spring equinox and the first day of Aries season! We're shaking off the darkness and embracing the light on this b...
03/20/2026

Happy spring equinox and the first day of Aries season! We're shaking off the darkness and embracing the light on this beautiful warm and sunny day—a new season of hope ahead. Our new window display transports you to a mystical forest, perfect for all green witches, with fresh seasonal items to welcome spring.

03/19/2026

Our Heretic Parfum collection just got bigger with Bergamusk joining the crew. Single rollers are perfect for those who know their scent, but discovery sets are ideal for anyone looking to mix things up and find their new favorite. Which scent is your favorite?

One of our newest and most mysterious tarot decks is ready for its close-up: the Chimera Tarot. Inspired by the symbolic...
03/17/2026

One of our newest and most mysterious tarot decks is ready for its close-up: the Chimera Tarot. Inspired by the symbolic works of Odilon Redon, this deck embodies his approach to blending occult themes with artistic expression. Each card brings to life his dreamlike visions and the depths of the subconscious, unveiling dark, imaginative imagery that reflects inner emotions and the complexities of the human experience. You might recognize Odilon Redon’s name and work from The Art Institute of Chicago, which houses his prints, drawings, and pastels! Chimera Tarot is a truly distinctive, otherworldly divination tool—ideal for tarot enthusiasts, art lovers, and anyone drawn to gothic, dark academia symbolist explorations of transformation and growth.

03/14/2026

Happy Saint Patrick’s Day Weekend Irish Witches! Take a look at our Celtic inspired altar for drawing in luck and abundance. Stop by the shop to learn more about these featured items and our Celtic magick book selection. We hope everyone has a safe and fun weekend and week ahead. 🍀

We had so much fun seeing this trend all week and couldn't resist joining in with our own throwback pics from our little...
03/10/2026

We had so much fun seeing this trend all week and couldn't resist joining in with our own throwback pics from our little coven. Let's just say we've always been adorable!

We would like to share a heartfelt announcement here... our Social Media Sorceress , who has been curating all our beaut...
03/08/2026

We would like to share a heartfelt announcement here... our Social Media Sorceress , who has been curating all our beautiful content for the past 8 years, is leaving the shop.
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Natalie is deeply rooted in the soul of Sideshow. She has helped us with our website, curated photoshoots, and made the newsletters… and we can not thank her enough for all the beautiful things she has created for us. We overcame losing our Instagram account and we bounced back even stronger with Natalie’s diligence. We appreciate all the fun and creativity we shared together and we are surely going to miss her.
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Some of our favorite times are: our photoshoot at Graceland Cemetery, vending at the Happening during a massive rainstorm & drinking so much whiskey, and-finally- brainstorming many, many newsletters… from Egyptian Halloween…

Natalie will be designing new collections and doing all sorts of exciting things with her established jewelry brand White and assisting her husband with his vintage jewelry brand .
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We are very excited to see one of our best friends thrive in their continued success in their own endeavors. It’s truly inspiring to watch and we wish her continued success and gratitude for everything she has done for Sideshow Gallery.

Address

2219 N Western Avenue
Chicago, IL
60647

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 7pm
Tuesday 12:15pm - 7pm
Wednesday 12pm - 7pm
Thursday 12pm - 7pm
Friday 12pm - 7pm
Saturday 12pm - 7pm
Sunday 12pm - 6pm

Telephone

+17732761300

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