Press Releases


Griffin Museum of Science and Industry Welcomes New Chief Development Officer, Daniel Solow
Apr 25, 2025
Bringing more than 20 years of experience in philanthropy and institutional advancement, Solow will lead the fundraising strategy and donor engagement for one of the world’s largest science museums.

Marvel's Spider-Man: Beyond Amazing – The Exhibition
Apr 22, 2025
Opens May 22, 2025
This traveling exhibit celebrates the history and legacy of Spider-Man, from his first comic book appearance in 1962 to his modern-day status as one of the world’s most recognizable and popular icons.

Beyond the Surface: The Art of X-rays
Mar 19, 2025
Opens summer 2025
Beyond the Surface explores the artistry and science of X-rays, highlighting the work of photographer Andrei Duman.

Steelmakers Exhibition
Mar 19, 2025
Opens March 6, 2025
Steelmakers Exhibit at Griffin MSI Celebrates the Material and Workers that Built Chicago.

South Portico Renovation
Jan 30, 2025
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry to Renovate the Building’s South Portico with $10 Million Grant from Driehaus Foundation.