Welcome to the Museum of Science and Industry
We invite you to visit our landmark building and interact with exhibits, tours and demos
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Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light
- November 14, 2008 - January 04, 2009
- Main Floor, Museum-Wide
- Museum Map
Cap off our 75th Anniversary year with the entire family at the Museum's beloved annual holiday.
Plan Your Visit
Plan your visit to the Museum with customized recommendations – just for you.
- Museum Hours
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- November Extended Hours
- Monday – Thursday: 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Friday – Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Sunday: 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Open every day except Christmas Day
- Museum Location
- Getting Here
- Happening Now
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Smart Home: Green + Wired
Learn how to make green living and eco-friendly technology part of your life.
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Holiday Performances and Events: November
Song, dance, pageantry and readings are just part of the seasonal festivities.
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Wild Ocean
Swim with the sharks and other big game fish along the Wild Coast of South Africa.
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- Coming Soon
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Holiday Performances and Events: December
Song, dance, pageantry and readings are just part of the seasonal festivities. And those trees!
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A Home for All Seasons - Winter
Visit our winter Smart Home event for tips on having a green holiday season.
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Explore the White City: World’s Fair Simulation
A fascinating visual simulation of the 1893 World's Fair is back by popular demand.
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New Online Activities
- Online Activity
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See the Colors in Leaves
Use chromatography to separate the pigments in leaves and see what they're made of.
- Online Activity
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Fly a Hot-Air Balloon
See what happens when air is heated as you build and fly a huge hot-air balloon.
- Online Activity
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Build an Electric Motor
Magnets and electricity work together to make an electric motor.
Science Chicago
The world’s largest science celebration, Science Chicago: Life’s a Lab will awaken your inner scientist by allowing kids of all ages to explore our region’s wondrous scientific resources.