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Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago, IL

  • Address 5700 South Lake Shore Drive
    Chicago, IL 60637
    United States
  • Phone number+1 773 684 1414
  • Neighborhood : Hyde Park/ Kenwood
    http://www.msichicago.org/
  • Mon to Sat from 09:30 AM to 05:30 PM,Sun from 11:00 AM to 05:30 PM

This museum makes science fun with interactive, educational exhibits that stretch the imagination. Spend time in a 16-foot heart as you learn about how yours works. Find out how technology has influenced history by stepping back in time on 'Yesterday's Main Street'. Watch action-packed films in the museum's giant-screen Omnimax Theatre or take a ride down a coal mine. And don't leave without picking up some great souvenirs at The Big Idea museum shop. Omnimax requires additional fee. Parking available in underground garage.

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Yelp Reviews ( 5 Reviews see all ) Find Attractions on Yelp. Top

Lindsay K.

(Rating: 5.0) 

by Lindsay K. on July 6, 2009

What I did for my birthday: -took pictures with a flying car -opened a door using "Alohamora" -got sorted into a house at Hogwarts -jumped off the Hogwarts...

Kate P.

(Rating: 5.0) 

by Kate P. on June 12, 2009

I had a blast geeking out here with my friend Suzy! We're both huge fans of the books and movies alike and were really excited to check out this exhibit....

Angie M.

(Rating: 5.0) 

by Angie M. on May 6, 2009

Under my very cool exterior, I'm a geek at heart. I ain't skerd to admit it. So when I found out about the Harry Potter Exhibit at the Museum of Science &...

Trekaroo Reviews ( 11 Reviews see all ) Top

Fun for kids and adults

 by  minnemom  on  2009-03-18

We've been here several times, and still haven't seen it all.  The kids always beg to start at The Idea Factory, and then move on ...

love it

 by  bridgets  on  2009-03-18

we go at least once a year. our daughter (2) really enjoyed it this year. some of the areas were closed for remodeling but still ...

One of the BEST Museums ever!

 by  aliceqdesign  on  2009-03-18

We went to Chicago to visit my parents and we spent 2 days in Chicago and visited the Museum of Science and Industry. It seriously ...

Museum of Science and Industry

 by  asmpman  on  2009-03-18

This is a massive museum with so much to do. I definitely think a membership is worth the money, especially with young kids who might ...

One of our favorites

 by  teammom  on  2009-03-18

This is a great musuem for families. There are interesting areas to explore for kids of most all ages as well as adults. It is ...

Great for the whole family!

 by  GPP_IL  on  2009-03-18

This is a bright, busy place with lots to see and do. Many of the exhibits have handson features for youngsters to enjoy. Visitors of ...

Yahoo Travel Reviews ( 100+ Reviews see all ) Top

Disappointment at MSI 1-3-09

 by  nstraws1288  on  2009-01-04

Normally I am an extremely optomistic person, and enjoy machinery and science more that the average person. However this January 3, 2009 trip...

Lots of fun

 by  Lumberjacks09Champs  on  2009-01-03

Go there and you will have lots of fun! plan to spend 2 to 3 hours. Make sure you go to the coal mine exhibit early because the line gets long.

Like Pictures of historic stuff? Then go here.

 by  Dissatisfied  on  2008-08-25

Dislike: too many pictures and not enough exhibits; exhibits are simplified to children's level; expensive; the same knowledge could have been...

Great for everyone!

 by  The Fantasy King  on  2008-08-21

This was an amazing experience! A combination of the hands-on activities for the kids and pretty neat facts for the adults and everything in be...

Discovery

 by  A Yahoo! Contributor  on  2008-07-16

In September of 1986 while touring the museum I was invited to Model for the largest Modelling agency. Due to my work obligations and sheepish...

Very impressive place

 by  A Yahoo! Contributor  on  2008-07-15

I totally like this museum. It's educational trip to people at all age. The public transport is available, ,multiple topics for all age, cafete...

CitySearch Reviews ( 26 Reviews see all ) Top

my reveiw of this musuem!

 by  kittkatkatie  on  2008-10-01

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 ...

Fun, educational, lots of extra costs

 by  IceMouse  on  2008-07-02

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 wer...

Great museum for ALL ages!

 by  wandaz  on  2007-08-09

First off, I disagree with several of the other recent reviewers. I'm a 30 something mother of 2 and enjoy coming to this museum quite a bit....

A hands-on behemoth that entertains and educates visitors about everything from genetics to space exploration.

 by  Contributor  on  2006-10-18

OverviewSix miles south of the popular Museum Campus, this institutional ode to scientific wonders and human accomplishments is a worthy sa

A definite "must see!"

 by  bluehensfan  on  2005-08-29

This musuem is a must for visitors of all age ranges. A broad range of exhibits includes the newly renovated U-Boat display, as well as traveli...

Outstanding!

 by  kc_danimal  on  2005-08-09

Visited the MSI for the first time last weekend. What a wonderful experience!

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