1871

222 West Merchandise Mart Plaza, 1212, Chicago, IL 60654 - Confirmed Open
Welcome to 1871, Chicago’s heartbeat of innovation and collaboration! 🚀🤝 Founded in 2012 and located within the iconic Merchandise Mart, this vibrant innovation hub and co-working space is where ideas are inspired and the future of tech is shaped by early-stage, growth-stage, late-stage entrepreneurs and startups, corporates, venture capitalists, and universities alike. Here, innovation isn't just welcomed—it's celebrated. 🎉 Spanning 100,000 square feet, our facility features tech incubation spaces, private offices, and a variety of meeting spaces for a dynamic and collaborative environment. Our downtown office plays a crucial role in nurturing and accelerating the growth of Chicago’s innovation and entrepreneurship community, offering: -Top-tier tech innovation -Community events -Collaborative workshops -Wealth of resources, mentors, and investors As a desk pass-er you’ll receive access to: -Easy transportation - the train stops right at The Mart -Phone booths to have some quiet space or take a call -Discounted parking validated at the front desk -Onsite restaurants -Access to small bites from in office vending & local market We believe in the power of innovation to shape the future, and we are committed to empowering visionaries to turn their dreams into reality. Join us at 1871 and get a feel for yourself! 🤗🌟
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Amenities & Services
WiFi

We provide complimentary Wi-Fi when in the space.

Coffee/Tea

Enjoy up to 20 different coffee options from our Franke coffee machine. We proudly brew U3 Coffee, a collaboration with a fantastic local coffee roaster.

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Entry
Filtered Water

We have both complimentary water and ice.

Hosted Reception

Our front desk and operations teams are here to help with any requests you have.

Kitchen

The kitchen is stocked with utensils, a refrigerator, and other supplies you may need.

On-site Restaurant

The Merchandise Mart has a number of quick-serve restaurants located on the 2nd floor.

Print/Scan/Copy

If you need printing service, please ask our Front Desk team for detailed instructions for both Microsoft and Mac.

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TV/Monitor
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