Griffin MSI’s Education team creates standards-aligned educational programs and brings STE(A)M learning to students, educators and community members, at the Museum, in the classroom and beyond.

At the Museum

Bring your students to experience hands-on, real-world examples of science. General Admission is free for Illinois PreK-12 schools and discounted for out-of-state schools. Illinois teachers also can visit for free every day just by showing an educator ID card. We also offer on-site programming like Learning Labs, Jr. Science Cafes, the RISE Teen Program, and more.

Engage your students with hands-on learning during your visit.

  • Jr. Science Cafes

    An opportunity for students to discover what it's like to be a scientist or engineer through meaningful conversations and hands-on activities.

    • Engage with STE(A)M professionals
    • Learn about career pathways
    • Customizable for your learners
    • Best for grades 4-12
    Jr. Science Cafes
  • Girls in STEM

    Through engaging presentations we bring women in STE(A)M to the Museum to meet and inspire the next generation of leaders and innovators.

    • Learn from women role models
    • Available in a variety of topics
    • Can accommodated grades K-12
    • Must serve at least 51% low-income youth to qualify
    Girls in STEM
  • Museum Learning Labs

    Museum Learning Labs connect with classroom curricula and are designed to promote practical, applicable and accessible STE(A)M knowledge.

    • Standards-aligned
    • Cover a variety of STE(A)M topics
    • Can accommodate grades 3-12
    • Facilitated at the Museum
    Museum Learning Labs
  • Giant Dome Theater Film Library

    Customize your field trip with a film that complements your classroom curriculum.

    • Choose from a variety of STE(A)M topics
    • Requires a minimum of 50 students
    Giant Dome Theater Library

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At your school

Bring the Museum to your learners with hands-on, standards-aligned STE(A)M programming at your school or directly in your classroom. Griffin MSI can bring focused learning experiences designed to engage and inspire your learners in a range of topics, formats, and price points.

Whether in person or virtually, you can bring engaging activities to your students through our standards-aligned programming.

  • Mobile and Virtual Learning Labs

    Learning Labs connect with classroom curricula and are designed to provide hands-on access to STE(A)M learning led by our world-class education team.

    • Standards-aligned
    • Cover a variety of STE(A)M topics
    • Can accommodate grades 3-12
    • In person in your classroom or virtually via Zoom
    Learning Labs
  • STE(A)M Clubs

    If you have passionate science learners, Griffin MSI’s education team can facilitate out-of-school time programming through our STE(A)M Clubs. Our programming covers a range of science and engineering topics focusing on sound science practices and the engineering design cycle.

    • Support out-of-school-time learning
    • Can be offered as one time event or a recurring meeting
    • Facilitated by Griffin MSI staff
    • Best for grades 3-8
    STE(A)M Clubs
  • Girls in STEM

    Bring inspiring women role models to your school! Let Griffin MSI plan your next assembly covering a STE(A)M topic of your choice.

    • Exposure to women role models
    • Understanding of STE(A)M careers
    • Host 100-500 girls and gender-expansive youth
    • Can accommodate grades K-12
    Girls in STEM
  • Science Live

    This exciting new offering pairs standards-aligned education with over-the-top science demonstrations.

    • Standards aligned
    • Engaging for a variety of learners
    • Can be hosted in a varierty of spaces
    Science Live

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Professional learning

If you are looking for continuing education and professional development, expert staff at Griffin MSI offer a variety of programming to help you reach your personal and professional learning goals.

Inspire the inventive genius in you