Museum of Science and Industry


What's Here

There are always new things to do and see at the Museum of Science and Industry.  Prepare for your visit by checking out our fun and interactive exhibits and experiences.


Exhibits

Exhibit

Fast Forward
Fast Forward
Immerse yourself in a world of tomorrow's inventions and today's visionaries.

Exhibit

U-505 Submarine
U-505 Submarine
Experience the real U-505–the only German submarine in the United States.

Exhibit

Black Creativity 2009: Green Revolution
Black Creativity 2009: Green Revolution
Jan 15, 2009 - Mar 01, 2009
Learn about green technology and the African Americans supporting the green movement.

Omnimax Theater

Omnimax

Grand Canyon Adventure
Grand Canyon Adventure
Oct 12, 2008 - Feb 28, 2009
Get ready for an exhilarating river-rafting adventure down the Colorado River!

Omnimax

Wild Ocean
Wild Ocean
Oct 13, 2008 - Jun 01, 2009
Swim with the sharks and other big game fish along the Wild Coast of South Africa.

Events

Event

Blueprints to Our Past Tour
Blueprints to Our Past Tour
Go back in time to explore the Museum during the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition.

Event

U-505 Behind-the-Scenes Tour
U-505 Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Take a special private group behind-the-scenes tour of the U-505 submarine.

Event

Black Creativity 2009 Events: Feb. 02-08
Black Creativity 2009 Events: Feb. 02-08
Jan 31, 2009 - Feb 08, 2009
Programs and events exploring green technology and African American innovation in this field.

Live Science Experiences

Demonstration

Earth Revealed: Live
Earth Revealed: Live
Learn about your impact on the Earth, watch storms brewing, explore the solar system and more.

Demonstration

Dissect an Eye at MSI
Dissect an Eye at MSI
Learn about vision by dissecting your very own cow eyeball to see how it works!

Demonstration

Bangs, Flashes & Fire
Bangs, Flashes & Fire
Learn about chemistry in a flashy way.

Museum Hours
  • Monday – Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Sunday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Open every day except Christmas Day
More Information

Museum Location
Museum of Science+Industry
57th Street and Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60637
1 (773) 684-1414
Getting Here

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Plan Your Visit


First Timers
Is it your first time to visit the Museum, or just been a while?

Return Visits
See what’s new and exciting at the Museum!

Members
We offer a wide-range of fun, exclusive Members-only events.

Field Trips
Find suggested activities by age group and subject matter.

About The Museum

about the museum

The Museum of Science and Industry opened its doors in 1933 and is the largest science museum in the Western Hemisphere.

About The Museum

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