Museum of Science and Industry

Welcome to the Museum of Science and Industry

 We invite you to visit our landmark building and interact with exhibits, tours and demos

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Science Storms

Science Storms

Feel the physics and consider the chemistry of natural phenomena like tornados and avalanches.

Exhibit

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

Exhibit

Fast Forward... Inventing the Future
Fast Forward... Inventing the Future
Immerse yourself in a world of tomorrow's inventions and today's visionaries.

Event

TEDxWindyCity
TEDxWindyCity
October 06, 2010
MSI hosts the latest local TED event: "The Best Ideas Since Sliced Bread."

Museum Hours
  • extended hours through September 6:
  • Daily: 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
  • Open every day except Christmas Day
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Museum Location
Museum of Science+Industry
57th Street and Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60637
1 (773) 684-1414
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  • Simple Machines

    Help Twitch do his late-night work in the Museum workshop by creating simple machines.



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