Community Initiatives
We aim to inspire the inventive genius in everyone with a range of programs happening in communities across the Chicago area.
Our after-school Science Clubs and Science Minors programs expose students from diverse backgrounds to exciting ideas, opportunities and career paths.
- Summer Science Camp
- Bring science to life at the new Summer Science Camp! Explore exhibits, see Omnimax movies and experiment with fun activities in these weeklong sessions.
- 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 Clubs
- Our after-school and Saturday Science Clubs offer early, hands-on exposure to science through partnerships with schools and community organizations.
- 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.
- iDesign: Energy Planet
- This innovative and exciting competition engages teachers and students to help design a portion of a new exhibit on renewable energy.
- 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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Smart Home: Green + Wired
Learn how to make green living and eco-friendly technology part of your life.
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The Glass Experience
The science, technology, brilliance and beauty behind glass is revealed in this stunning exhibition.
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Exploring the Collection: Photographs by Terry Evans
Terry Evans explores some of Chicago’s hidden treasures—found in the Museum's collection.
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- Coming Soon
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The Plan of Chicago
Professor Carl Smith presents a lecture on the Burnham Plan and architect Daniel Burnham.
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Chicago Bridge Tour - SOLD OUT
See how Chicago bridges have evolved over the last century in function and design.
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New Online Activities
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Build a Lever
See how simple machines like a lever can help us do work.