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Address : 5700 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, Illinois 60637, USA
Timing : Wednesday to Sunday- 9:30 am to 4:00 pm
Monday and Tuesday - Closed
Entry Fee : Children- USD 12.95
Adult- USD 21.95
Members - Free
Popular Exhibits : Numbers in Nature: A mirror maze, You! The Experience, The Great Train Story
Service animals : allowed
Wheelchair : accessible
How to reach : CTA bus - Hyde Park Express, stops at 57th Street & Stony Island
Jackson Park Express stops at 56th Street & Hyde Park Boulevard
Parking : Underground Garage (till 7:00 PM) for USD 22
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The Museum of Science and Industry, housed in the former Palace of Fine Arts opened its door to the public in 1933. It has over 35,000 artifacts - some of them include the German submarine U-505 of World War II, a full-size replica coal mine, the first diesel-powered streamlined stainless steel train - Pioneer Zephyr, the world’s largest pinball, and many more. The museum experiences peak season during the months March-April, June-July, and November-December. It also offers 52 free admission days to Illinois residents - they can enjoy this facility with valid proof of residence.