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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Animal Inside Out
- March 14, 2013 - September 2, 2013
- Main Level, Temporary Exhibit West
- Museum Map
A stunning look inside the animal kingdom from the creators of BODY WORLDS.
Event
- MSI's 80th Birthday Party
- June 19, 2013
- Join us as we turn 80 with entertainment, a new exhibit, and a unique "cake"!
Event
- Building a Century of Progress
- June 23, 2013
- Revisit the memorable architectural and visual design of Chicago's 1933 World's Fair.
Plan Your Visit
Plan your visit to the Museum with customized recommendations – just for you.
- Museum Hours
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- Extended hours through Labor Day:
Daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. - Open daily except Thanksgiving and Christmas
- Extended hours through Labor Day:
- Museum Location
- Getting Here
- Happening Now
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Animal Inside Out
A stunning look inside the animal kingdom from the creators of BODY WORLDS.
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The Last Reef
Take a thrilling underwater journey to explore the beauty and mysteries of coral reefs.
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Space Junk
A visually stunning exploration of our planet's perilous ring of orbiting debris.
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- Coming Soon
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Exploring the White City [SOLD OUT]
Tim Samuelson and Lisa M. Snyder present a virtual tour of the 1893 Columbian Exposition.
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The Wooded Isle and Gardens of the World's Fair
Cathy Maloney discusses the gardens of the World's Fairs and tours the Wooded Isle.
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The Wooded Isle and Gardens of the World's Fair
Cathy Maloney returns to discuss World's Fair gardens and tour the Wooded Isle.
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New Online Activities
- Online Activity
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Code Fred: Survival Mode
Use the systems of the human body to help Fred survive a very bad night!
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Would You Eat That?
Do you know what's in the food you eat? Try naming the ingredients in these popular items.
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Simple Machines
Help Twitch do his late-night work in the Museum workshop by creating simple machines.