Museums in the Park
From natural history to cultural history, from the savviest in science to wondrous works of art, from the aquatic world to worlds beyond, Chicago's Museums In the Park enrich the lives of everyone who walks through their doors.
The Museum of Science and Industry is just one of the nine Museums in the Park supported in part through the generosity of the people of Chicago and the Chicago Park District.
- Adler Planetarium and Astronomy Museum
- 1300 South Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL 60605 312-922-STAR
- Art Insitute of Chicago
- Michigan Avenue at Adams Street Chicago, IL 60603 312-443-3600
- Chicago History Museum
- Clark Street at North Avenue Chicago, IL 60614 312-642-4600
- DuSable Museum of African American History
- 740 East 56th Place Chicago, IL 60637 773-947-0600
- The Field Museum
- Roosevelt Road and Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL 60605 312-922-9410
- National Museum of Mexican Art
- 1852 West 19th Street Chicago, IL 60608 312-738-1503
- Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
- 2430 North Cannon Drive, Chicago, IL 60614 773-755-5100
- Shedd Aquarium
- 1200 South Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL 60605 312-939-2438
For more information about The Museums In The Park call 312-857-7136,
or visit www.museumsinthepark.org.
- Museum Hours
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- Monday – Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Sunday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Open every day except Christmas Day
- Museum Location
- Getting Here
- Happening Now
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Wired to Win
Go inside the science of surviving cycling's most grueling race.
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Smart Home: Green + Wired
The "greenest home in Chicago" is back with more new eco-friendly technology for 2009.
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Wild Ocean (limited run)
Swim with the sharks and other big game fish along the Wild Coast of South Africa.
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- Coming Soon
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White House: A Look Inside
Explore a meticulously detailed, large-scale replica of America's most famous landmark.
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Explore the White City: World's Fair Simulation
Dr. Lisa Snyder presents a fascinating virtual simulation of the 1893 World's Fair.
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Discoveries ... Member Travel: France
Members can explore culture, science and advanced technology in Paris and Toulouse.
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Support Us
- Become a Member
It's fun, easy, and a great value to earn your "Degree" in science! It's an adventure you don't want to miss.
- Donate
Support from individuals, corporations and foundations help us fulfill our goal of inspiring all who visit.
- Volunteer
Be part of our history of fun by volunteering at the Museum of Science and Industry.