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STEAM Explorers

Let their curiosity take over during STEAM Explorers! Explore the building and designing process, scientific method, food science and preparation tools, engineering, science exploration, and more.

STEAM Explorers activities take place every Tuesday at 2 PM.

 

Oct 7, Oct 14, Oct 21, Oct 28: 

Apple Orchard Engineering

We need your help at the apple orchard! Can you design a tool to help reach the delicious apples on the top of the tree?


Nov 4, Nov 11, Nov 18, Nov 24: 

We Need Leaves

Trees might not need their leaves in winter, but plenty of other creatures do! Take a closer look at leaves and learn how they help animals build their homes!


Dec 2, Dec 9, Dec 16, Dec 23: 

Snow Much Fun 

There are so many ways to play in the snow! Use the engineering design process to create snowball catapults, sleds and snow forts!


Location

2100 Patriot Boulevard
Glenview, IL 60026
(847) 832-6600

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Hours

Open today from 9:30 am-1:00 pm

Closed tomorrow

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Admission

General Admission

  • Children (1 – 16): $20
  • Adults (17 – 64): $20
  • Seniors (65+): $18
  • Infants (Under 12 months): Free
  • Members: Free
  • Military/Veteran: Buy 1, Get 1 Free
  • Museums for All Program (SNAP/WIC cardholders with valid card): $5/person up to 6 admissions

All children must be supervised by an adult at all times.

Click here for advance general admission reservations and save $2 per ticket.

 

Members-Only Hours: 8:30 – 9:30 AM Daily
The Museum is closed for general admission on these holidays:
New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve

Please check our list of dates with adjusted hours.


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Please note: The Museum and its administrative offices will be closed on Monday, September 1, for Labor Day.