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SUMMARY

Leica is opening a new flagship store and gallery in Chicago's Gold Coast on April 30, 2026, coinciding with the 20th anniversary of Leica retail and the 50th anniversary of Leica Galleries. To commemorate the store opening, Leica is releasing a limited edition "Chicago Edition 17" M11-P camera, featuring boysenberry leatherette, with only 17 units available exclusively at the Chicago store. The new 5,000-square-foot space will serve as a retail environment, gallery, and community hub, offering workshops through the Leica Akademie and showcasing rotating exhibitions.

TAKEAWAYS

Leica opens a new flagship store and gallery in Chicago on April 30, 2026.

A limited edition "Chicago Edition 17" M11-P camera is released to mark the occasion.

Only 17 units of the special edition camera will be available exclusively at the Chicago store.

The new location will feature gallery exhibitions, workshops, and retail space.

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