For more than 20 years, Northwest Cultural Council's goal has been to foster a culturally rich environment where anyone can go to appreciate visual art, music, theater, dance, and poetry. Located in the Northwest Community Healthcare Building, the gallery exhibits a variety of local artwork, including ceramics, sculptures, digital and mixed media, old and pastel paintings, and photography. The council also offers arts education programs for children and poetry workshops at Palatine Public Library, where aspiring poets can develop their skills and be critiqued by accomplished teachers. Northwest Cultural Council will also organize exhibitions in corporate offices, providing cultural experiences to an even larger audience.
Community Park and the Fred P. Hall Amphitheater are located near downtown. The amphitheater is on the south side of the 15.3-acre park near Palatine Road. Wood Street borders the north side of the park.
The amphitheater is the site of concerts, movies and cultural events throughout the summer (see the park website for a schedule). Community Park also includes outdoor basketball courts, playgrounds, a skating park, sheltered picnic areas, baseball and softball fields, and football and soccer fields.
Pinnacle Martial Arts Supply is located in the Illinois Shotokan Karate Club facility in Palatine. Pinnacle provides karate and martial arts materials including uniforms and equipment.
The George S. Clayson House Museum and Library is dedicated to local history. Tours and various educational programs are held at the museum throughout the year. The house was built in 1873 and has been restored to its late 19th century appearance. Marilyn Pedersen is the museum coordinator. This also is the location of the Palatine Historical Society.
Old World Taxidermy has served the Palatine community and beyond for more than 30 years. The store specializes in large trophies, but will gladly preserve anything from African, Asian and North American game to reptiles, birds, fish and butterflies. It also houses an African sculpture collection available for purchase in its art gallery.
Psychic Astrology offers consultation services by Lee Harris, who advises on romantic issues, professional quandries, health concerns and more. Lee Harris is available by appointment, and is located on Euclid Ave at Plum Grove Rd.
Cutting Hall is a 430-seat auditorium owned by the Palatine Park District that is used for professional theater performances. It is also used by community groups and for various park district programs, such as the Palatine Children's Chorus and the Palatine Concert Band. The park district has owned Cutting Hall since 1977.