Museum of Science and Industry

Shops

Looking for the perfect gift or a science-inspired souvenir? The Museum's shops offer a wide range of cool toys, gizmos, books and unique exhibit-related gifts.

• Museum Store
• The Museum's flagship retail space located in the Entry Hall.
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  Shop Earth
• Located in the Henry Crown Space Center (Lower Level).
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  The Kids Stop Shop
• Located near the Group Center (Lower Level).
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  Museum Photo Studio
• Capture your Museum moments at the photo studios located near Yesterday's Main Street and the U-505 exhibit. The Museum's featured temporary exhibit also offers photo services.

After your visit, you can revisit your pictures and order photo products at msichicago.org/photos.

You may also purchase gifts through the Museum's secure online store.

Restaurants

There's something for everyone at the Museum.

• The Brain Food Court
• Lower Level
• Open Mondays - Saturdays 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. and Sundays 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
• Our food court features fresh-made pizzas, made-to-order deli sandwiches, fresh-tossed salads, delicious stir-fry dishes, cooked-to-order grilled items and more.
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  Jazzman's Cafe
• Lower Level
• Opens daily at 9:30 a.m. until 30 minutes before Museum closing.
• In a hurry? Our cafe features Jazzman’s brand flavored coffees, espresso drinks, smoothies and fusion ice-teas along with hot breakfast options and gourmet sandwiches, salads and pastries.
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  Finnigan's Ice Cream Parlor
• Main Level near the Coal Mine exhibit
• Open Friday - Sunday from 11:30 a.m. until one hour before Museum closing.
  
• Visit our old-fashioned ice cream parlor and take a step back to the turn of the century. Based on a real Hyde Park ice cream parlor of the same name, which opened in 1917, Finnigan's serves tempting ice cream favorites, including sundaes and shakes.
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  Exact times may vary due to special events. Have you visited one of our restaurants recently? Please tell us about your experience!
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  Vending Machines
• Lower Level near the Group Entrance
  Lower Level near the escalators
• Lower Level in the Henry Crown Space Center
• A variety of vending machines offer beverages and snacks.