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Museum hoursOpen today from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Museum hoursOpen tomorrow from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

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5700 S Lake Shore Dr
Chicago, IL 60637
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Science Is Back

MSI is open with new and reinvented exhibits as we continue our rigorous health and safety procedures. We look forward to bringing you the discoveries, icons and inspiration that are uniquely MSI. Ready to visit? Here's what to know before you go.

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summer 2021

MSI Summer Camps

Register today for online and in-person camp experiences for 6th–9th graders!

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Program

Black Creativity 2021

The annual celebration with exhibits and events, hosted at MSI since 1970.

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Exhibit

We Can Beat the Pandemic. Together.

How humanity responds to pandemics.

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film

Michael Jordan to the Max

Relive MJ's last run to the NBA Finals.

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education

Learning Resources

Our virtual hub for STEM education tools.

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film

Superpower Dogs

Some heroes have paws.

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This is our future

Inspiring the Next Generation of Innovators

From field trips to teacher resources, MSI provides learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom—because improving science education is critical.

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Help us transform lives through the power of science and science education—inside the Museum, in our schools and beyond—with your support of MSI.