Roman Susan’s future uncertain after Loyola purchase

Gallery in the ground floor of a flatiron apartment building next to the Loyola Redline Stop — Video projection by Paige Taul at 1224 W. Loyola Ave, Chicago in June 2020.

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Experimental art space faces uncertain future after building bought by Loyola University

Roman Susan provides paid opportunities for artists in the Great Lakes region to showcase their work.

Video projection by Paige Taul at 1224 W. Loyola Ave, Chicago in June 2020.

Paige Taul

By Lynnea Domienik

In addition to Roman Susan, there are other businesses and 30 apartments in the building next to the Loyola redline stop. The gallery’s directors have called on Loyola to respect the needs of residents, neighbors as well as Loyola students as the university moves forward.

In a statement, Loyola said it would honor the leases of tenants.

Reset learns about the importance of this art space in Chicago and what’s next for the experimental hub.

GUESTS: Kristin Abhalter Smith, executive director and founder, Roman Susan

Nathan Abhalter Smith, managing director, Roman Susan