Admission
Tickets are available to purchase online and at the Museum ticket counters.
To charge by phone, call the Museum at (773) 684-1414.
Ticket Type | Adult | Senior | Child |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Admission1 | $15.00 | $14.00 | $10.00 |
| General Admission for Chicago residents1 | $13.00 | $12.00 | $9.00 |
Add-Ons | Adult | Senior | Child |
|---|---|---|---|
| Omnimax | $8.00 | $7.00 | $6.00 |
| Smart Home: Green + Wired | $10.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 |
| U-505 Submarine: Optional On-board Tour | $8.00 | $8.00 | $6.00 |
| U-505 Submarine: Exhibit | free | free | free |
| CityPass See 5 Chicago attractions and save! | $69.00 | $59.00 |
1 Chicago residents receive a discount on general admission:
$2 off for adults & seniors, $1 off for children.
Become a Member Today: Membership starts at only $55
Membership | |
|---|---|
Level | Price |
| Bachelor of Science - Individual | $80.00 |
| Master of Science - Family | $115.00 |
| Doctorate in Science - Premier | $180.00 |
| Associate of Science - Senior (65+) | $55.00 |
| Associate of Science - Student* | $55.00 |
* Students must present school ID for this membership level.
Parking
Parking | Per Vehicle |
|---|---|
| General Public | $16.00 |
| Member - Bachelor of Science | $16.00 |
| Member - Master of Science | $12.00 |
| Member - Doctorate in Science | FREE |
Garage clearance is 8' 2". For motorcoach and bus parking information, click here.
Free Days
2010 Free Day ScheduleGeneral admission1 is free on the following dates: | |
|---|---|
| January | 4 5 6 7 8 11 12 13 14 15 18 19 20 21 22 25 26 27 28 29 |
| February | 8 14 |
| March | 18 |
| April | 19 20 21 22 23 |
| May | 3 |
| June | 7 8 9 10 11 |
| August | 30 |
| September | 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 20 21 27 28 |
| October | 4 5 6 |
| November | 11 |
| December | 6 |
1 Omnimax films, the optional U-505 onboard tour, and certain temporary exhibits are not included in general admission, and require separate admission. See Ticket Prices on Free Days and Parking.
Additional Details
General admission does not include parking, special exhibits, Omnimax® movies or U-505 on-board tours.
Telephone orders may be subject to a processing fee (for non-members) and cannot be made on day of visit. Exhibits requiring a timed tickets may sell out; please purchase your tickets in advance.
Special rates available for school and tour groups of 20 or more with four-week advance reservation. For details, contact the Museum's Call Center at (773) 684-1414.
Also see the Chicago Public Library Great Kids Museum Passports!
Omnimax is a trademark of Imax Corporation, Mississauga, Canada.
- Museum Hours
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- extended hours through April 11:
Monday – 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
- extended hours through April 11:
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Chicago CityPass saves you 48% on admission to 5 must see Chicago attractions. Buy your CityPass booklet online or at the Museum of Science and Industry, and use it today!
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