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5700 S Lake Shore Dr
Chicago, IL 60637

The Vital Importance of Science

Recently there’s been increased public discourse about the importance and integrity of science. Fundamental principles of scientific investigation and discovery are being questioned, as is the validity of science as a tool that can help shape policy and contribute to the wellbeing of everyone in our society and around the world…

Why science matters

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Extreme Ice

Go to extremes with a photographer chasing Earth's diminishing glaciers.

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Numbers in Nature: A Mirror Maze

Discover the patterns that surround you.

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YOU! The Experience

Examine the experience of life itself.

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Great Train Story

All aboard for a cross-country model train trip.

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This is our future

Inspiring the Next
Generation of Innovators

From field trips to teacher development, MSI provides engaging science experiences for students and educators—because they both will decide the future of science.

This might be my most favorite museum in Chicago. [MSI has] done a lot to take it beyond the '80s style exhibits into more, flashy 21st century displays. Rachel Azark CBS Chicago
The best way to describe my experience at the Museum of Science and Industry is 'Wow!' Clinton W Crete, Illinois, United States
If you haven’t been to MSI in a while, it might be time to stop on by and see what’s new. Marielle Shaw Chicagoist.com
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