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The Black Creativity 21 Club

Please support the Black Creativity 21 Club – your gift is instrumental in inspiring our children!

The 21 Club comprises Black Creativity's most passionate supporters, individuals and small businesses committed to supporting the Black Creativity program. Black Creativity is more than just a celebration of African-American heritage; it provides enjoyable, educationally effective and stimulating exhibits and hands-on programs that plant the seeds to inspire the inventive genius in so many children. The 21 Club offers the opportunity to contribute to the continued success of motivating our children.

Why We Support

The 21 Club is the best value! The membership is the best way to support the Museum of Science and Industry and its programs—especially for our community.
– Toya Horn Howard, Black Creativity 21 Club Member

For over 40 years, Black Creativity has provided exposure to the accomplishments of African-American innovators, past and present. The 21 Club, by providing extraordinary support, helps to ensure that current and future generations will continue to benefit from this outstanding program at the Museum of Science and Industry.
– Shari Runner, Black Creativity 21 Club Member, Black Creativity Advisory Committee

Show Your Support

Join the 21 Club today with a gift of $250 or more to the Black Creativity program. In appreciation of their generosity and commitment, we offer 21 Club members a range of special benefits at the following levels:

$2,500 21 Club Circle
$1,500 21 Club Small Business
$1,250 21 Club Patron
$ 500 21 Club Supporter
$ 250 21 Club Friend

Donate Now

To join the 21 Club, click the link above, choose your support level and the Designation of "Black Creativity."

For more information on the Black Creativity 21 Club, please contact the Manager, Community Affairs Octavia Hooks at (773) 947-3729 or octavia.hooks(at)msichicago.org.

The Black Creativity Gala


Black Creativity Gala 2013

Black Creativity's annual Gala was held on January 26, 2013. Learn more about this special evening in support of the Black Creativity program.

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21 Club Brochure

Learn more about how to join the 21 Club and provide vital support for the Black Creativity program.

Download the 21 Club Brochure

About the Museum


The Museum of Science and Industry opened its doors in 1933 and is the largest science museum in the Western Hemisphere.

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