Roger Brown (1941-1997) was a critically acclaimed artist, known as a "Chicago Imagist," who studied at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC). He bought this storefront building in 1974, which dates to 1888, and rehabbed it with his partner, architect George Veronda. He lived and had a studio there until his death.

Brown bequeathed his home and art collection to the SAIC, in part, due to his gratitude for its influence on his life and work.

The building is located at 1926 North Halsted in Chicago, and it is now part of the SAIC's study collection. Tours are available by appointment only.