Member Events
Sign up today for one—or all—of our upcoming member events. If you have any questions about the schedule, please call the Members’ Lounge at (773) 947-3742.
2008 Member Events
April
Lecture
- Mysteries of the Dark Universe
- Explore the secrets of dark matter and dark energy with Professor Rocky Kolb.
Event
- Annual Member Camp-In
- The entire Museum will be open for you to explore during the annual member camp-in.
May
- Chicago Bridge Tour - SOLD OUT
- See how Chicago bridges have evolved over the last century in function and design.
Lecture
- The Plan of Chicago
- Professor Carl Smith presents a lecture on the Burnham Plan and architect Daniel Burnham.
June
Lecture
- Master Glass Artist Lino Tagliapietra
- An intimate session with renowned designer glass Lino Tagliapietra.
Event
- Member Open House & 75th Celebration
- Come join us for a special 75th Anniversary Member Open House!
July
Lecture
- Bill Nye... The Science Guy
- A fascinating lecture and question-and-answer session with Bill Nye... the Science Guy.
- 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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Member Open House & 75th Celebration
Come join us for a special 75th Anniversary Member Open House!
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Master Glass Artist Lino Tagliapietra
An intimate session with renowned designer glass Lino Tagliapietra.
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Bill Nye... The Science Guy
A fascinating lecture and question-and-answer session with Bill Nye... the Science Guy.
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about the museum
Opened in 1933, the oldest science Museum of its kind in the Western Hemisphere attracts approximately 2 million visitors per year.