Bring your students on an awe-inspiring Museum visit
Griffin MSI is Chicago’s number one field trip destination, and we are proud to be many young people’s first foray into STE(A)M. We invite you to bring your learners to experience hands-on, real-world examples of discovery. Watch your students experiment, explore and discover through immersive exhibits that bring classroom concepts to life. General Admission is free for Illinois Pre-K-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.
Field trip add-ons
In addition to the immersive and though-provoking exhibits Griffin MSI has programs that can deepen student learning and create lasting "ah ha" moments.
Learning Labs
On-site 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. In-person Learning Labs at Griffin MSI are available to reserve upon request. For more information, please contact us.
Curriculum aligned programs - Select from a variety of STE(A)M topics
- Available for grades 3 - 12
Jr. Science Cafés
These learning experiences aim to change the perception of a "traditional" STE(A)M professional by engaging professionals of all ages, backgrounds, interests, and career paths, conveying that anyone can pursue a career in STE(A)M.
- Understand STE(A)M pathways
- Best for students in grades 4 - 12
- Free to schools with at least 51% students of low income
- Learn from a working professional
Giant Dome Film Library
In addition to the Giant Dome Theater films currently showing, teachers can select a film from our library and schedule a special showing for their students.
- Choose from a variety of STE(A)M topics to complement your classroom curriculum.
- Requires a minimum of 50 students
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Virtual Field Trips
When you can't come to Griffin MSI participate in a facilitated Virtual Learning Lab. These experiences provide accessible and flexible options for educators and offer a wide range of activities, regardless of distance and time.
Field Trip Pricing
We are the number one field trip destination in Chicago for a reason! General Admission is free for Illinois Pre K - 12 schools and discounted for out-of-state schools.
Planning for your trip
We've got everything you need to make your visit one to remember!
One chaperone per 10 students in grades 4-12 and one chaperone per five students in grades K-3 is admitted free. Let us know if you are a special needs group that requires additional chaperones.
Field Trip Tips
The Museum is committed to providing a quality experience for all guests. Make the most of your Field Trip with these useful suggestions.
Familiarize yourself with the building and exhibits. Illinois teachers receive free General Admission by showing an educator ID at our ticket counter.
Our Education team also provides a workshop to help teachers make the most of their visit called Field Trip Flip.
Our facilitated, hands-on Learning Labs provide in-depth learning experiences for school groups. We have Museum Learning Labs suitable for grades 3 through 12 in a variety of STE(A)M topics.
The Museum offers 14 acres of exhibit space to explore! Set realistic expectations about how much your group can accomplish and what you want your students to learn. Our exhibits are designed to spark interest and engage the visitor. Rushing to see the entire Museum in one trip can be a frustrating experience. Use our map or visit planning tool to decide what to see and do.
