Community Programs
Children from diverse backgrounds gain early exposure to exciting ideas, opportunities and career paths through partnerships with schools and community organizations.
Our after-school Science Minors Clubs and Science Minors and Science Achievers youth development programs extend science engagement beyond the Museum and into schools and neighborhoods.
- Science Minors
- These young people learn about science, make friends and meet professionals in science careers while sharing information about exhibits with Museum guests.
- Science Minors Clubs
- Our after-school and Saturday Science Minors Clubs help increase science literacy for 8- to 13-year-olds throughout the Chicagoland area.
- Snoozeum
- What could be more fun than spending the night under a real 727, nestled near a fairy castle, or steps from a toy-making factory.
- Other Programs
- A competition engaged teachers and students in the design of a portion of a new exhibit on renewable energy.
CASE
The Center aims to inspire the next generation of inventors and innovators with programs that empower teachers, engage the community and excite students.
Science Chicago
The world's largest science celebration, Science Chicago: Life's a Lab will awaken your inner scientist by allowing kids of all ages to explore our region's wondrous scientific resources.
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Smart Home: Green + Wired
Chicago's greenest home re-opens with a fresh look and new technology.
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Hubble
Take an unprecedented voyage through distant galaxies with the first space-based observatory.
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Legends of Flight
Soar along with pilots in search of the "ultimate flying experience."
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Jim Henson's Fantastic World Member Preview
A private viewing night for members to experience this new exhibit.
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TEDxWindyCity
MSI hosts the latest local TED event: "The Best Ideas Since Sliced Bread."
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Jim Henson's Fantastic World [COMING SOON]
A rare peek into the imagination of this brilliant artist, puppeteer and filmmaker.
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New Online Activities
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See the Colors in Leaves
Use chromatography to separate the pigments in leaves and see what they're made of.
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Fly a Hot-Air Balloon
See what happens when air is heated as you build and fly a huge hot-air balloon.
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Build an Electric Motor
Magnets and electricity work together to make an electric motor.