Community Programs
Children from diverse backgrounds gain early exposure to exciting ideas, opportunities and career paths through partnerships with schools and community organizations.
Our after-school Science Minors Clubs and Science Minors and Science Achievers youth development programs extend science engagement beyond the Museum and into schools and neighborhoods.
- Science Minors
- These young people learn about science, make friends and meet professionals in science careers while sharing information about exhibits with Museum guests.
- Science Minors Clubs
- Our after-school and Saturday Science Minors Clubs help increase science literacy for 8- to 13-year-olds throughout the Chicagoland area.
- Snoozeum
- What could be more fun than spending the night under a real 727, nestled near a fairy castle, or steps from a toy-making factory.
- Other Programs
- A competition engaged teachers and students in the design of a portion of a new exhibit on renewable energy.
CASE
The Center aims to inspire the next generation of inventors and innovators with programs that empower teachers, engage the community and excite students.
Science Chicago
The world's largest science celebration, Science Chicago: Life's a Lab will awaken your inner scientist by allowing kids of all ages to explore our region's wondrous scientific resources.
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Wired to Win
Go inside the science of surviving cycling's most grueling race.
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Smart Home: Green + Wired
The "greenest home in Chicago" is back with more new eco-friendly technology for 2009.
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Wild Ocean (limited run)
Swim with the sharks and other big game fish along the Wild Coast of South Africa.
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White House: A Look Inside
Explore a meticulously detailed, large-scale replica of America's most famous landmark.
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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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Discoveries ... Member Travel: France
Members can explore culture, science and advanced technology in Paris and Toulouse.
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New Online Activities
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See the Colors in Leaves
Use chromatography to separate the pigments in leaves and see what they're made of.
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Fly a Hot-Air Balloon
See what happens when air is heated as you build and fly a huge hot-air balloon.
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Build an Electric Motor
Magnets and electricity work together to make an electric motor.