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- Call us at (773) 684-1414
The Museum of Science and Industry
57th Street and Lake Shore DriveChicago, IL 60637
Museum Hours
Monday - Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Museum is open every day of the year, except for December 25th.
Extended Museum Hours
The Museum will offer special extended hours (Mondays through Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.) on the following dates:
2010 | |
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| January | Friday, January 1 – Sunday, January 3 |
| March | Saturday, March 20 – Wednesday, March 31 |
| April | Thursday, April 1 – Sunday, April 11 |
| May | Friday, May 28 – Monday, May 31 |
| June | every day |
| July | every day |
| August | every day |
| September | Wednesday, September 1 – Monday, September 6 |
| November | Friday, November 19 – Sunday, November 21 Friday, November 26 – Sunday, November 28 |
| December | Saturday, December 4 and Sunday, December 5 Saturday, December 11 and Sunday, December 12 Saturday, December 18 – Friday, December 24 Sunday, December 26 – Friday, December 31 |
Directions
See Getting Here.
Accessibility
Museum entrances and public areas are wheelchair accessible. See Frequently Asked Questions for more information.
- Museum Admission
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Plan Your Visit
Plan your visit to the Museum with customized recommendations – just for you.
- 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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The White House: A Look Inside
Explore a meticulously detailed, large-scale replica of America's most famous landmark.
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Wired to Win
Go inside the science of surviving cycling's most grueling race.
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Black Creativity 2010: Taking Charge of YOU!
Explore healthier lifestyles from an African-American perspective.
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- Coming Soon
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Discoveries ... Member Travel: France
Members can explore culture, science and advanced technology in Paris and Toulouse.
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Member Omnimax Film Festival
Five big-screen films, one big night.
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Smart Home: Green + Wired [RE-OPENS MARCH 2010]
Chicago's greenest home gets a dramatic new look from "Midwest Living."
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Group Planning
- School Groups
- Tour Operators bringing school groups of 20 or more.
- Tour Operators
- Tour Operators bringing groups of 20 or more.
- 20+ Groups
- Private groups of 20 or more receive discounts with advance reservations.
Support Us
- Become a Member
It's fun, easy, and a great value to earn your "Degree" in science! It's an adventure you don't want to miss.
- Donate
Support from individuals, corporations and foundations help us fulfill our goal of inspiring all who visit.
- Volunteer
Be part of our history of fun by volunteering at the Museum of Science and Industry.
about the museum
The Museum of Science and Industry opened its doors in 1933 and is the largest science museum in the Western Hemisphere.