2016 Illinois Free Day Schedule
Illinois residents receive free Museum Entry1 on the following dates:
| Month | Dates |
|---|---|
| January | 4-8, 11-15, 18-22, 25-29 |
| February | 29 |
| June | 1-3,6-8 |
| September | 6-9, 12-16, 19-23, 26-30 |
| October | 4-6 |
| November | 3, 10 |
| December | 1 |
1 On Illinois Free Days, Museum Entry is free for all Illinois residents who show valid proof of residency. No further Chicago residency discounts apply on Illinois Free Days. Omnimax films, Coal Mine and optional U-505 onboard tours, and certain temporary exhibits are not included in Museum Entry, and require separate admission. See Ticket Prices on Illinois Free Days and Parking.
Ticket Prices on Free Days
| Ticket | Adult | Child (3-11) |
|---|---|---|
| Museum Entry | Free | Free |
| Coal Mine Omnimax U-505 Submarine: Optional On-board Tour WOW! Tour Future Energy Chicago Brick by Brick | $9 each | $7 each |
Discount requires valid proof of Illinois residency. No further Chicago residency discounts apply on Illinois Free Day prices.
Ongoing Offers
Illinois Resident Free Days
Illinois residents receive free Museum Entry 52 days per year. View our Illinois Free Day Schedule to learn more.
Chicago Resident Discount
Chicago residents receive a discount on Museum Entry when purchased onsite: $3 off for adults and $1 off for children.
Always Free
Active duty military, Illinois POWs, Chicago firefighters, Chicago police officers and Illinois teachers (pre-K through 12th grade) receive free Museum Entry for themselves by showing a valid occupational I.D. when purchasing tickets onsite.
Illinois school groups who register for field trips also receive free Museum Entry.
Illinois home school groups and families can also receive free Museum Entry.
If you’re a member of an Association of Science-Technology Center (ASTC) located more than 90 miles from MSI, you are eligible for free Museum Entry for two adults and all children under 18 living in your home, and an additional guest (adult or child). You must present your science center's membership card with an ASTC logo to redeem this benefit.
Great Values
Membership
A year membership to the Museum of Science and Industry is an incredible value. Benefits include free Museum Entry every day, free or discounted passes to special exhibitions, free or discounted Omnimax tickets, free coat check and stroller service, 10 percent discount at stores and restaurants, and free parking at the Household levels or discounted parking at the Individual Premium level.
CityPASS
Save 51% and skip ticket lines with VIP admission to MSI and four other top Chicago attractions: Shedd Aquarium, Skydeck Chicago Fast Pass, Field Museum, and Adler Planetarium OR Art Institute of Chicago. Valid for nine days. Buy your CityPASS online, buy it when you arrive at the Museum of Science and Industry, or you can call (773) 684-1414.
Go Chicago Card
The Go Chicago Card provides you access to 25 of Chicago's top attractions and tours for a single low price on a single ticket. Save now - buy a one-day, three-day, or seven-day pass at the Museum.
Kids Museum Passport
Chicago Public Library cardholders may also take advantage of Chicago Public Library Kids Museum Passports.
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