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Adler Planetarium


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1300 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr., Chicago IL 60605

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The Adler Planetarium connects people to the universe and each other. Whether it is introducing a guest to the Ring Nebula, a neighborhood school to a community partner, a research team to a network of citizen scientists, or one staff member to another, the Adlers focus on meaningful connections dates back nearly a century. The museum typically hosts more than half a million visitors each year and reaches millions more through youth STEAM programs, neighborhood skywatching events, people-powered research, and other outreach efforts.

Today, the Adler is bringing our unique approachscientific exploration rooted in community and connectionto guests from around the world who can enjoy the digital Adler from their own homes, libraries, schools or offices. With the Adlers support, people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities gain the confidence to explore their universe together and return to their communities ready to think critically and creatively about any challenge that comes their way.

Group Amenities

Complimentary PolicyTour Directors only

Average Visit/Tour Length2.5 - 3 hours

Group Capacity250

Attraction Pass Partner

Minimum Size for Group Admission Rate15

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Student Group Friendly

Public Space Wi-Fi Available

Restaurant(s) On-site

ATM Machine On-site

ADA Compliant

Public Space Wi-Fi COMP or FeeComplimentary

Self-Parking AvailableOn-site

Food On-siteRestaurant

Number of Retail Stores

Number of Restaurants On-site

Hours of OperationFriday-Monday open 9:00 am4:00 pm nWednesday nights open 4:00 pm10:00 pm (timed entry tickets)*nTuesday and Thursday closed to non-school groups from October 7May 21

Family-friendly

Military Discount

Private Ballroom Space Available

Buy-out Max Capacity1200

Total Square Footage of Exhibit Space60000

Number of Meeting Rooms3

Largest Room, Reception Capacity (Standing)496

Largest Room, Banquet Capacity (Seated)375

Exhibit Space Available

Largest Room, Max Capacity1200

On-Site Catering

On-site Audio/Visual Equipment

In-house/Exclusive Caterer(s)

Complete Buy-out Available

Max Capacity, Theater Style195

Max Capacity, Reception Style (Standing)1200

Max Capacity, Banquet Style (Seated)450

Video Conferencing Available

Max Venue Capacity3000

Private Meeting Space Available

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