Museum of Science and Industry


Member Events

Sign up today for one—or all—of our upcoming member events. If you have any questions about the schedule, please call the Members’ Lounge at (773) 947-3742.


2009 Member Events

January

Lecture

Political Polling - Art and Science Revealed
Political Polling - Art and Science Revealed
Two experts pull back the curtain on the world of political polling.

February

Event

Member Omnimax Film Festival 2009
Member Omnimax Film Festival 2009
Catch five Omnimax films in one big night.

March

Lecture

David Grann: The Lost City of Z
David Grann: The Lost City of Z
A missing explorer, a mysterious ancient civilization ... and just a bit of cannibalism.

April

Event

Annual Member Camp-In
Annual Member Camp-In
The entire Museum will be open for you to explore during the annual member camp-in.

Event

Harry Potter: The Exhibition Member Preview
Harry Potter: The Exhibition Member Preview
Members are invited to attend private viewing hours for this world-premiere exhibit.

June

Event

Live... from the Heart (SOLD OUT)
Live... from the Heart (SOLD OUT)
Watch a live open-heart surgery! (This event has sold out.)

July

Event

Member Open House
Member Open House
The Membership party of the year, with VIP access, fun activities and our new special exhibit!

September

Event

Member Day Trip: Science of Wine
Member Day Trip: Science of Wine
Science meets wine-making in this day trip to the Tabor Hill Winery in Buchanan, MI.

Event

YOU! The Experience Member Preview
YOU! The Experience Member Preview
An early-access event for members to visit the Museum's newest permanent exhibition.

November

Lecture

Blue Zones: Secrets of a Long Life
Blue Zones: Secrets of a Long Life
"National Geographic" writer Dan Buettner reveals longevity secrets from around the globe.

Event

Breakfast with the President: Doctorate Members' Event
Breakfast with the President: Doctorate Members' Event
Doctorate-level members are invited to join us for this special event.

2010 Member Events

February

Event

Member Omnimax Film Festival
Member Omnimax Film Festival
Five big-screen films, one big night.

June

Event

Discoveries ... Member Travel: France
Discoveries ... Member Travel: France
Members can explore culture, science and advanced technology in Paris and Toulouse.


Museum Hours
  • Monday – Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Sunday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Open every day except Christmas Day
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Museum of Science+Industry
57th Street and Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60637
1 (773) 684-1414
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