This is an authentic, venue-hung promotional poster from the November 1996 Grand Opening Weekend of the House of Blues Chicago. Unlike standard souvenirs, this piece features its original wood interior display frame with a unique three-point external mounting hole system (top and both sides), used to secure the piece on-site at the venue. The poster is beautifully preserved without glass, showing excellent paper condition and vibrant colors-a true piece of Chicago music history. The Significance of the Display Holes on 3 sides. Venues like the House of Blues or affiliated promo locations often housed posters in locking, heavy-duty display cases or bolted them directly onto walls in public thoroughfares to prevent theft and weather damage. Having mounting holes positioned specifically on the top and sides indicates this frame was permanently secured as an official “on-site display piece” ahead of the November 1996 opening weekend. Condition: Used (Very Good). Artist/Band: James Brown & His Orchestra, The Blues Brothers Band. Industry: Music / Memorabilia / Concert Posters. Size: 24″ x 18.5″ (Frame dimensions). Country/Region of Manufacture: United States. Authentic 1996 House of Blues Chicago Grand Opening Weekend Promotional Poster – Venue-Displayed Artifact. Up for sale is a rare, incredible piece of Chicago music history: an original promotional poster from the House of Blues Chicago Grand Opening Weekend, which took place on Saturday, November 23 and Sunday, November 24, 1996. This poster features a legendary, star-studded lineup including. James Brown & His Orchestra. The Blues Brothers Band (featuring Dan Aykroyd, James Belushi, and John Goodman). Special Guests: Isaac Hayes, Charlie Musselwhite, Joe Walsh, Paul Shaffer, and many more. Unique Venue Provenance & Display Details. Unlike standard commercial souvenir prints, this specific piece is an authentic on-site venue display artifact. The Frame: Housed in its original vintage wood frame. Mounting System: Features a unique three-point external mounting hole system (one at the top, one on each side) utilized to secure the heavy frame directly to the venue wall or interior display area. Condition: The poster itself is not under glass and is in remarkably good, clean condition with vibrant color gradients and crisp text. Because it was safely displayed in a controlled indoor VIP or venue office environment, the paper has been beautifully preserved. This is a fantastic cross-collectible piece perfect for concert poster enthusiasts, Blues Brothers fans, or anyone looking for a piece of authentic 90s Chicago nightlife decor. Frame Size: 24″ x 18.5″. Physical Weight: 1 lb 14.9 oz. Secure Packing: This framed item will be packed with professional care. House of Blues Chicago 1996. Grand Opening Weekend poster. Authentic HOB memorabilia. 329 N Dearborn St Chicago. Vintage concert poster framed. James Brown and His Orchestra. Blues Brothers Band collectible. Dan Aykroyd John Goodman James Belushi. Isaac Hayes Paul Shaffer. Original wood frame. Commercial promo display. On-site venue decor. Music history provenance.
