Chicago Science Museum

Museum of Science and Industry    

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Griffin MSI is the Western Hemisphere's largest science museum and home to thousands of exhibits, artifacts and "wow" moments that last a lifetime.

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Jan 28, 2025
This is an interesting and well presented museum. But since its qualities/pros are already well known, I want to list the cons I found. 1) The concept of charging extras is terrible; normally, it ma…Full review by NatFigs
Jan 21, 2025
LOVED it! We decided to stop here on our way out of Chicago and we're glad we did! We'd planned for it to take maybe 2 hours but we were there for 3.5 hours and still didn't see everything. So many…Full review by Cbitzes
Jan 14, 2025
We went to the Griffin Museum specifically to see the "007 Science" temporary exhibition of gadgetry used in the James Bond film franchise. As a former CIA employee I am a fan of and have seen much …Full review by PrairiePaddler
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Questions & answers

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How safe is the open parking lots next to the museum? I saw quite a few people said their cars got broken into recently.
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I arrived & departed the Museum from the nearby MERTA commuter rail station, so this wasn't an issue for me.
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Is the mueseum cashless?
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I think you can use cash
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Are there metal detectors at entrance
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No there are not. Interesting question to ask though....
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I am coming to Chicago the lady week of June and plan on visiting this museum on a weekday. How far in advance …
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I am coming to Chicago the lady week of June and plan on visiting this museum on a weekday. How far in advance do I need to purchase tickets? I would like to do the submarine and coal mine add-on attractions.
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You can purchase them upon arrival, but by purchasing on-line you will not need to wait in line to purchase them. Thus saving money. That is the advantage of purchasing on-line, and …
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You can purchase them upon arrival, but by purchasing on-line you will not need to wait in line to purchase them. Thus saving money. That is the advantage of purchasing on-line, and nothing more.
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How old is this museum
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I have no idea; BUT, I certainly think if you take the time to go to the museum's very own website that you'll probably find it's history and the answer to your question; this is the very …
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I have no idea; BUT, I certainly think if you take the time to go to the museum's very own website that you'll probably find it's history and the answer to your question; this is the very first place/source that you should go to.
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How do I become a member?
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You can join or renew online, by phone at (773) 947-3161 or onsite at the Museum.
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All children should be accompanied by an adult at least 18 years of age or older.
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Your own stroller and wheelchair is permitted inside the Museum, except in certain exhibits where posted. For the safety of guests, wagons are not permitted
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OPEN DAILY 10.00 AM –17. 00PM
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Limitless inspiration for kids
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Visitors can also watch baby chicks hatch before catching a show in the five-story, domed omnimax theater
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OPEN DAILY 10. 00 AM –17. 00PM
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Purchase tickets and parking in advance online or at the entrance
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Visitors can drive and park in the museum's underground garage for $22 per vehicle
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You can find out the best food and drinks of merlin irish pub in prague
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There are silent movies playing at the nickelodeon and an opportunity to get a vintage photo at the old time photo studio as a souvenir
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Be sure to visit the farmtech exhibit, which shows how modern farmers ply their trade in a technology-driven world
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A free tour goes through it every 10–20 minutes
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Highlights include a wwii german u-boat nestled in an underground display
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Get there when kids are: 3 to 18 years old
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And don't leave without picking up some great souvenirs at the big idea museum shop
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You can spend hours looking for such unique sites such as marilyn monroe in her famous white dress being caught in the wind
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Reopen to members starting march 4, and to the public on march 7
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It is home to more than 35,000 artifacts and special exhibits almost designed to provoke scientific inquiry and creativity
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Check the website for upcoming workshops on laser cutting, 3d printing, sticker design, and more
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Beautifully landscaped jackson park and its peaceful, japanese-style osaka garden are behind the museum
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