Enjoy a rare opportunity to visit the Museum after dark
- Explore the Museum's one-of-a-kind exhibits after everyone else has gone home.
- Participate in special science activities and make your own science toys.
- Complete a scavenger hunt for a special patch.
- Sleep nose-to-nose with a 727, next to a giant heart or steps away from a toy-making factory.
It's all part of the Snoozeum! The $45 per-person fee includes overnight admission, activities, a Snoozeum patch, snack and breakfast. Parking is not included. One of the current Omnimax® films is available (for an additional, reduced cost). Space is limited. Pre-registration is required.
Upcoming Group Snoozeums
Snoozeums are open to groups of both boys and girls, ages 6 to 12. One adult chaperone must accompany every five children. Groups must have a minimum of 10 persons.
June 22, 2012
Upcoming Family Snoozeums
The following date is also open to families with children ages 6 to 12:
June 22, 2012
Families must pay the $45/person fee upon registration and provide the names of family members attending. To place a family registration, please call (773) 684-1414, ext. 8800.
Future Snoozeums
More dates will be announced in the near future. Sign up to be notified of future Snoozeums.
Learn More
Check out our policies and procedures, or have your questions answered on our Snoozeum FAQ. You can also share this document with participants: What to Bring.
- Group Leader Contract (due with down payment)
- Participant Roster Form (due with final payment)
- Participant Agreement and Release Form (due the night of the event)
Getting to MSI
The Museum is located at 57th Street and Lake Shore Drive in Chicago. See information on Getting Here and Parking.
For more information,
Call the Snoozeum Hotline at (773) 684-9844, ext. 2687 or e-mail us at snoozeuminfo(at)msichicago.org.
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