Museum of Science and Industry


What’s Here

There are always new things to do and see at the Museum of Science and Industry.  Prepare for your visit by checking out our fun and interactive exhibits and experiences.


Exhibits

Exhibit

Smart Home: Green + Wired
Smart Home: Green + Wired
Now Through January 04, 2009
Learn how to make green living and eco-friendly technology part of your life.

Exhibit

The Glass Experience
The Glass Experience
Now Through September 01, 2008
The science, technology, brilliance and beauty behind glass is revealed in this stunning exhibition.

Exhibit

U-505 Submarine
U-505 Submarine
Experience the real U-505—the only German submarine in the United States.

Omnimax & 3D Theater

Omnimax

Sea Monsters: A Prehistoric Adventure
Sea Monsters: A Prehistoric Adventure
Now Through May 22, 2008
Journey back to the Cretaceous period in this unforgettable prehistoric adventure.

Omnimax

Dinosaurs Alive!
Dinosaurs Alive!
Now Through October 09, 2008
Journey with some of the world's preeminent paleontologists as they explore some of the greatest dinosaur finds in history.

3D Theater

Sharks 3D Movie
Sharks 3D Movie
Now Through December 31, 2008
Take a plunge into the Museum’s new 3D underwater adventure film, Sharks 3D.

Science Live! Demonstrations

Demonstration

Earth Revealed: Live
Earth Revealed: Live
Learn about your impact on the Earth, watch storms brewing, explore the solar system and more.

Demonstration

Slime Science
See how materials found at home can make gooey slime.

Demonstration

Bangs, Flashes & Fire
Learn about chemistry in a flashy way.

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
More Information

Museum Location
Museum of Science+Industry
57th Street and Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60637
1 (773) 684-1414
Getting Here

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Plan Your Visit


First Timers
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Return Visits
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Members
We offer a wide-range of fun, exclusive Members-only events.

Field Trips
Find suggested activities by age group and subject matter.

About The Museum

about the museum

The Museum of Science and Industry opened its doors in 1933 and is the largest science museum in the Western Hemisphere.

About The Museum

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