Welcome, members of the media!
As the Museum of Science and Industry's public relations team, we look forward to working with you on your Museum story. Below you will find various press documents and images, grouped by exhibit, which are available for download for media use.
If you have any further questions about the Museum, would like to arrange an interview with a Museum spokesperson or are having any issues with this page, please contact the public relations office at (773) 947-6003. Our public relations staff is in the office from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Please note that same-day interview requests may not be possible.
General Press Releases
- General Relase (PDF)
- Fact Sheet (PDF)
- History (PDF)
- Center for the Advancement of Science Education (PDF)
- Favorites for All Ages (PDF)
- Fun Facts (PDF)
- What's Happening: October-December, 2009 (PDF)
- What's Happening in 2009 (PDF)
Press Inquiries
For all Press inquiries, please contact either Lisa Miner or Beth Boston:
Lisa Miner - (773) 684-9844 ext. 6005 or at lisa.miner(at)msichicago.org.
Beth Boston - (773) 684-9844 ext. 6003 or at beth.boston(at)msichicago.org.
Brian Packer - (773) 684-9844 ext. 3133 or at brian.packer(at)msichicago.org.
Museum in the News
- Congressional Testimony on Science Learning
- Vice President of Education and Guest Services Andrea Ingram's testimony before a Congressional subcommittee on museums' role in improving science education.
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General Museum Photos
- Promotional Museum Imagery
- Here are some great shots of the Museum and its 14 acres of interactive exhibits.
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Filming at the Museum
- Filming at the Museum
- The Museum receives frequent requests from individuals or production companies interested in commercial filming or conducting photos shoots at the Museum.
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Science Rediscovered
- Science Rediscovered
- The Science Rediscovered campaign is creating innovative educational programming and spectacular new exhibit and guest experiences.
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Current Exhibit and Event Press Kits
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- Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light
- Celebrate the season with dozens of decorated trees, holiday events and performances.
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- The White House: A Look Inside
- Get an unprecedented up-close look at America’s most famous and beloved landmark.
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- YOU! The Experience
- A new permanent exhibit celebrating the whole "you": mind, body and spirit.
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- Smart Home: Green + Wired
- The "greenest home in Chicago" updates with more new eco-friendly technology for 2009.
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- ART + Architecture = Science
- Towering interpretations of famous city landmarks—all made from thousands of LEGO® bricks.
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- Fast Forward ... Inventing the Future
- In this interactive gallery, meet innovators from around the world who are making the seemingly impossible a reality.
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- Earth Revealed
- Get an up-close and near "real-time" view of our planet Earth in the new Museum of Science and Industry permanent exhibit Earth Revealed.
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- The U-505 Submarine
- Experience the real U-505—the only German submarine in the United States.
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- Mysteries of the Great Lakes [Omnimax Film]
- Explore the beauty of North America's “inland seas.”
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- ToyMaker 3000
- Explore the world of automated manufacturing as 12 robots assemble toy tops before your eyes!
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- The Great Train Story
- Witness 30-plus trains run on 1,400 feet of winding track from Seattle to Chicago.
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- Live from the Heart
- Join us as we take you live to the operating room at Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn.
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- 2009 Schedule
- Complete information on what's new at the Museum of Science and Industry in 2009.
- Museum Hours
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- holiday hours (through Nov. 29)
- Monday – Thursday: 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Friday – Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Sunday: 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Open every day except Christmas Day
- holiday hours (through Nov. 29)
- Museum Location
- Getting Here
- Happening Now
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Wired to Win
Go inside the science of surviving cycling's most grueling race.
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Holiday Performances and Events: November
Kick off the seasonal festivities in November with holiday songs, music and dance.
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Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light
Celebrate with the entire family at the Museum's beloved annual holiday.
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- Coming Soon
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Holiday Performances and Events: December
Seasonal songs, dance, pageantry and readings are just part of the festivities.
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The Ten Tenors
The Australian group will treat Museum guests to a special holiday performance.
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Explore the White City: World's Fair Simulation
Dr. Lisa Snyder presents a fascinating virtual simulation of the 1893 World's Fair.
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Support Us
- Become a Member
It's fun, easy, and a great value to earn your "Degree" in science! It's an adventure you don't want to miss.
- Donate
Support from individuals, corporations and foundations help us fulfill our goal of inspiring all who visit.
- Volunteer
Be part of our history of fun by volunteering at the Museum of Science and Industry.
about the museum
The Museum of Science and Industry opened its doors in 1933 and is the largest science museum in the Western Hemisphere.