vanessadaniels+FollowSouth Side’s last movie house faces big changesChatham’s only neighborhood movie theater is up for auction again, and neighbors are making it clear: they want more than just another chain store. After sitting empty for nearly two years, the Cinema Chatham building on 87th Street could become anything from a new arts hub to mixed-use housing. Local leaders and residents are pushing hard for a creative, community-focused revival—something that brings life and culture back to the area. With developers circling and the auction process underway, everyone’s watching to see if the South Side gets the artsy comeback it’s been hoping for. What would you like to see here? #Entertainment #Movies #SouthSideChicago00Share
derek12+FollowChatham’s old movie theater could spark a comebackThe former Cinema Chatham building—one of the South Side’s last movie theaters—is up for auction, and neighbors are buzzing about what could come next. This spot, closed since 2024, sits on a huge lot and could be transformed into anything from a new arts hub to a community event space. Local leaders are pushing for more entertainment options, hoping the new owner will fill the cultural gap left behind. With other shuttered spaces in the area getting new life, what would you love to see in this iconic Chatham building? Let’s hear your ideas! #Business #Chatham #SouthSideChicago00Share
