Museum of Science and Industry
Chicago, IL 60637-2093
Phone: (773) 684-1414
- Cross Street:
- Columbia Drive
- Directions:
- Bus: 2, 6, 28, 10
- Hours:
- Mon-Sat 9:30am-4pm, Sun 11am-4pm
Editorial Review for Museum of Science and Industry – by Citysearch Editors
Overview
Six miles south of the popular Museum Campus, this institutional ode to scientific wonders and human accomplishments is a worthy satellite. Expansive and low-lit, it features four levels and nearly three dozen permanent and temporary exhibits, most with interactive components, appealing to kids aged 6 to 96. The Brain Food Court and Finnigan's Ice Cream Parlor are good spots to refuel.
The Appeal
This is the only place in the city to see hatching chicks, a coal mine, a captured World War II German submarine, a space capsule that orbited the moon and a human heart big enough to walk through. Other popular exhibits include the 3,500-square-foot Great Train Story, Yesterday's Main Street and a Boeing 727 hovering over the museum's main floor. The Omnimax Theater, a five-stories-high wraparound screen, is the centerpiece of the Henry Crown Space Center, which also features exhibits for the would-be astronaut, sci-fi fan or extraterrestrially interested.
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Insider Tips
ParkingUnderground parking is at the northwest corner of the building; all-day parking is $12, conveniently payable at machines, which accept cash and credit cards, stationed at museum exits.
Save MoneyThe museum offers free days during the year (usually Monday-Tuesday in off-peak months and some holidays) and discounts for Chicago residents. It also is one of six featured properties in the Chicago CityPass program.
The ExtrasBesides coat check ($1), museum amenities include stroller rental ($2.50) and wheelchairs for use.
User Reviews for Museum of Science and Industry
10/01/2008 Posted by kittkatkatie
I' v been to about ten different museums but thus one was the best!!!! i went with my friends and my family and they also loved and that's how awsome it really was
Pros: the whisper gallery got my attention by a lot
Cons: the 3rd level wasn't to hott
07/02/2008 Posted by IceMouse
I took my girlfriend here because we missed Chihuly's Pittsburgh exhibit and were lucky enough to find his Macchia here in Chicago while we were in, and had also heard good things about the museum. We got there via the convenience #10 bus which goes right to the museum. The general admission price for adults was $13, but if you wanted to see the special exhibit, which "The Glass Experience" was, you had to pay an extra $10 per person. Upon entering, we were amazed by the size of the place. Two floors absolutely filled with exhibits of all kinds, all kinds of interesting topics, covering topics from business to energy to genetics to the environment. The only issue I had was that if you want to do anything except look at small exhibits and read information cards, you have to pay extra. Some of what you had to pay extra for was not even listed. The submarine tour, the smart house tour, the navy flight simulator all were additional costs. It would have been nice if they sold an all-access pass, but regardless if you have the money to spend it is interesting to adults and fun for kids. Aside from that, some of the exhibits are just really cool! The petroleum exhibit had a 20-foot tall room with several multi-colored sections with bubble-filled water that just looked cool to stand in.
Pros: Interesting exhibits, cool displays
Cons: Expect to pay $13 to get in, but no less than $30 to make it worth it - Would just rather they be upfront
Schedule
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