Guerrilla Truck Show: Chicago

The gradual transformation of Chicago’s West Loop has been a closely guarded secret. The Fulton Market area, predominately dedicated to meat-packing and warehouses in the past, has emerged over the past several years into one of the most interesting, dynamic neighborhoods in the city — so much so that even the New York Times has noticed. The Guerrilla Truck Show is an excellent example of the underground, organic flavor of the neighborhood. The show, celebrating its third anniversary on June 12th, grants independent artists and designers the chance to reach the public by side-stepping the gallery system. Artists and students can display and sell art (literally) out of the back of a truck, plus attendees can enjoy live performances and other special events. It’s definitely worth a visit if you’re ever in the area…or a Chicago resident who’s just never gotten around to it.