Venue Type
Museum / Gallery
Neighborhood
Jackson Park
Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago
Chicago, IL
Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago
Venue Type
Museum / Gallery
Neighborhood
Jackson Park
MSI is the premier destination for unique and engaging special events – we have events down to a science.
Number of spaces
12 event spaces
Capacity
Max Seated: 1200
Max Standing: 12000
Food & Beverage
In-house catering
In-house beverage service
Spaces
About
Dine beside a World War II German submarine. Stand inside a 40-foot tornado. Mingle below historic aircraft. MSI is the largest science museum in the Western hemisphere and is housed in the only remaining structure from the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition. With thousands of exhibits, artifacts and memorable moments that last a lifetime, MSI is the premier destination for unique and engaging special events – we have events down to a science.
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Details
Vibe
Cultural
Capacity
Max Seated: 1200
Max Standing: 12000
Features
Catering Kitchen
Freight Elevator
Loading Dock
Coat Check
Food & Beverage
In-house catering
In-house beverage service
Union Labor
Does not require union labor
Transportation
Parking on premise
Complimentary parking is provided for evening events in our on-site, underground ramp with easy access into the building.
Furniture
No Furniture included
Availability
Evening events can start after MSI closes to the public. MSI is open to the public daily from 9:30 a.m.to 4 p.m., with extended hours (9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.) during spring break, summer months, and the winter holidays. Special event start times are customized based on the client’s needs. Four hours of use are included in the rental based on the details of the event. MSI has wonderful private spaces for daytime meetings and events.
Load In
Event setup before the Museum closes requires prior permission. More comprehensive A/V and lighting setup may be done the night before with advance approval. Please speak with your Event Consultant if you have additional setup questions.
Discounts for Nonprofits
If you are a not-for-profit, tax exempt organization under section 501(c)(3), the Museum does offer a 10 percent discount on space rental.
Previous Events
Team
Previous Collaborators
Planning & Production
Florals & Design
Kloeckners Preferred Flowers
Chicago, IL
preferred
Photography
LaCour Images
Chicago, IL
preferred
Planning & Production
Florals & Design
Kloeckners Preferred Flowers
Chicago, IL
preferred
Photography
LaCour Images
Chicago, IL
preferred
Experiential Design
Maison du Prince
Chicago, IL
preferred
AV Rental & Production
Sound Investment AV
Chicago, IL
preferred
Entertainment
Transportation & Parking
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