J. R. Kortman Center for Design

Call Directions Website Contact the museum

J. R. Kortman Center for Design J. R. The store, located on the first floor, presents intriguing objects from around the world with an emphasis on great design.

Kortman Center for Design and The Kortman Gallery, founded in 1986 by Doc Slafkosky and Jerry Kortman, are located in an historic Barloga building at 107 North Main Street in Downtown Rockford, Illinois USA. Alessi of Italy is one of the featured lines, along with art glass, jewelry, toys, folk art...and other fascinating home accessories. The second floor is the Kortman Gallery with fine art exhibitions that change every 6 to 8 weeks. The gallery also hosts a small book & wine department with books on art, design and popular culture. Store & Gallery hours are Tuesday through Friday 11am to 6pm & Saturday 11am to 5pm.

Just a little reminder…
10/15/2026

Just a little reminder…

J.R. Kortman Center for Design will be closed for vacation from October 12th to 21st. We will return to normal hours on ...
10/12/2026

J.R. Kortman Center for Design will be closed for vacation from October 12th to 21st.
We will return to normal hours on Thursday, October 22nd. Hope to see you then!

Stovetop Moka Espresso Maker from Alessi…enjoy a cup of classic espresso at home…shop J.R.Kortman
10/09/2026

Stovetop Moka Espresso Maker from Alessi…enjoy a cup of classic espresso at home…shop J.R.Kortman

The Head of the Rock Regatta & J.R.Kortman Center for Design, both celebrating our 40th years! As a Regatta sponsor, we ...
10/09/2026

The Head of the Rock Regatta & J.R.Kortman Center for Design, both celebrating our 40th years! As a Regatta sponsor, we welcome to Rockford over 1,800 athletes and thousands of spectators to this exciting event on Sunday, October 11th on the Rock River!

Simple, but elegant design necklace for a sophisticated look from J.R. Kortman….
10/08/2026

Simple, but elegant design necklace for a sophisticated look from J.R. Kortman….

Sugar skull snow globe puts on a sparkly show when shaken. See this and other Dia de los Mu***os collectibles @ J.R.Kort...
10/07/2026

Sugar skull snow globe puts on a sparkly show when shaken. See this and other Dia de los Mu***os collectibles @ J.R.Kortman

Opening night of Eric Nofsinger’s intriguing exhibition, “Some of My Bruises Have Names” in the Kortman Gallery…starting...
10/04/2026

Opening night of Eric Nofsinger’s intriguing exhibition, “Some of My Bruises Have Names” in the Kortman Gallery…starting out the Fall ArtScene weekend in Downtown Rockford. Lots of shmoozing & smiles!
Eric’s exhibition runs through November 15th.

Artist Eric Nofsinger chats with art patrons, Rick & Sally Robeson opening night of “Some of My Bruises Have Names,” fe...
10/03/2026

Artist Eric Nofsinger chats with art patrons, Rick & Sally Robeson opening night of “Some of My Bruises Have Names,” featuring Eric’s exhibition of hauntingly beautiful works in the Kortman Gallery. The ArtSene opening event continues Saturday evening, 4 to 8pm. The gallery and the store are open Saturday 11am to 8pm.

Opening ArtScene weekend in the Kortman Gallery!…“Some of My Bruises Have Names” an exhibition of amazing works by Eric ...
10/01/2026

Opening ArtScene weekend in the Kortman Gallery!…“Some of My Bruises Have Names” an exhibition of amazing works by Eric Nofsinger! Friday 5-9pm & Saturday 4-8pm. Pick up this week’s issue of the Rock River Times.

Address

107 N Main Street
Rockford, IL
61101

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 6pm
Wednesday 11am - 6pm
Thursday 11am - 6pm
Friday 11am - 6pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm

Telephone

+18159680123

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when J. R. Kortman Center for Design posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Museum

Send a message to J. R. Kortman Center for Design:

Shortcuts

Share

Category