A horror-film shop on Milwaukee Avenue offers more than movies to take home.
At 1829 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Bucktown, Graveface Chicago / Terror Vision Video shares its address with the Graveface Museum, a ticketed collection exploring true crime, sideshow history, the occult, and other unconventional subjects.
The Chicago museum opened in 2022 as a second location following its Savannah flagship. Inside, visitors can explore displays covering everything from historical sideshows and taxidermy to the history of mental healthcare and women in deathcare.
One central exhibit focuses on John Wayne Gacy, with paintings, photographs, letters, and prison records displayed in a room arranged to resemble his death-row cell. According to the museum, Graveface holds the largest collection and archive of Gacy artwork and personal effects, with portions displayed at both its Chicago and Savannah locations.
Other exhibits explore Anton LaVey and the Church of Satan, sideshow history, and David Huggins’ alien-encounter artwork. The museum’s subject matter is mature, encompassing death, murder, and mental illness; its visitor guidance encourages parents to consider whether the content is appropriate for their children.
Horror films and vinyl at Terror Vision Video
The retail side of the space caters to fans of physical media, selling and renting hard-to-find underground and cult horror films alongside a selection of vinyl records.
For visitors who want to explore beyond the shop, general admission to the Chicago museum is currently $25. The museum is at 1829 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Bucktown.
