Welcome to the Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago!
The Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago offers a discount to groups of 15 or more guests, with a reservation at least 14 days before your visit. Enjoy special itineraries, group activities, tours and lunch options; we will work to accommodate your group’s needs!
Information for field trips, tour operators, large groups and performance tours is below:
- Field Trips
- MSI provides teachers and their students hands-on, real-world examples of science— inspiring them to ask questions and understand the impact of science on their lives.
- Tour Operators
- The Museum offers discounts for professional tour operators and memorable experiences for groups of all ages!
- Groups of 15+
- General groups of 15 or more—scout groups, social clubs, hobbyists, families, etc.—receive discounts and can book guided special-interest tours.
- Performance Groups
- Need an indoor venue? Choirs, bands and orchestras can book a date to perform at MSI and then explore the Museum!
- 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?
- Museum Hours
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- Open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Except Thanksgiving and Christmas
- Museum Location
- Getting Here
Group Travel Brochure
Planning a group visit or field trip to the Museum? Download this brochure with Museum highlights and visit information.
- Happening Now
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MythBusters: The Explosive Exhibition
Try your hand at busting or confirming myths in wildly entertaining experiments.
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Rocky Mountain Express
Jump onboard this journey through the Canadian Rockies by train!
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Tornado Alley
Ride along with researchers of VORTEX 2 to hunt for some of nature's most destructive storms.
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- Coming Soon
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Born To Be Wild
Journey to Borneo and Kenya with wildlife teams rescuing endangered elephants and orangutans.
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[SOLD OUT] Member Day Trip: Sidewalks to Skyscrapers
Learn how to design buildings that withstand the forces of wind, fire and earthquakes.
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Family Snoozeum Night
Join us for a special Snoozeum open to families with children ages 6-12.
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Staying in Chicago?
See information on accommodations including our preferred hotel partners, Hyatt Regency Chicago and Renaissance Blackstone.