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Location
Best time
Visit on a weekday morning when the museum opens to minimize crowds while enjoying the well-designed layout that naturally prevents overcrowding.
Visitor tip
Don't miss the U-505 Submarine tour - it's highly recommended by visitors as a highlight that significantly enhances understanding of the overall experience and shouldn't be skipped.
Visitor tip
Prioritize seeing limited-time exhibits like Marvel's Spider-Man: Beyond Amazing first, as they rotate out and won't be available on future visits.
About Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
Interactive educational museum. Sprawling, hands-on museum full of informative, child-friendly scientific & industrial exhibits.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Science Center
- Key Attractions
- U-505 Submarine, Henry Crown Space Center, Giant Dome Theater, interactive exhibits
- Experience Types
- Hands-on exhibits, guided tours, immersive films
- Membership
- Available with exclusive access and discounts
What visitors say
This place is so huge and honestly so cool!! I came on a Monday to see three exhibits: Paul Tazewell, Blue Paradox and Spiderman. I even caught a show at the Great Dome Theater. It's definitely worth coming here even if you dont have…
Simply stunning. The layout is wonderful and prevents over crowding. We were there when they opened and stayed for about 5 hours. The exhibits are so well done and there is something for people of all ages. The food court has good…
Absolutely loved this museum! We spent 5 hours here! So much to see and learn. I would go back! Awesome seeing the U505 Submarine! They had a large train depiction showing history of trains from the beginning to today. They had lots…
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Did You Know?
- Houses the U-505 Submarine, a real WWII German submarine that visitors can explore underground, making it a unique historical artifact exhibit
- Features the Giant Dome Theater, Chicago's only five-story domed wraparound movie theater, providing an immersive viewing experience
- Hosts the Anne Frank The Exhibition, a significant historical and educational exhibit addressing Holocaust history and remembrance
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