Museum of Science and Industry

In 1933, the Museum of Science and Industry opened its doors in what was once the Palace of Fine Arts from the World's Columbian Exposition of 1893. The Columbian Ball was named after this world-renowned Exposition and annually plays a crucial role in funding the Museum's exciting and inspirational exhibitions and educational programs.

Proceeds from the Columbian Ball go toward the Museum's Annual Fund, which in turn supports every aspect of the Museum experience. Examples include transformational interactive exhibits and science education and outreach. The Museum is a world leader in providing informal educational programming that welcomes more than 300,000 school children and an average of 1.5 million guests every year. With your generous support, the Museum can remain accessible to all these children and continue to inspire and motivate them to achieve their full potential in the fields of science, technology, medicine and engineering.