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Oct 7, 2024 · Chicago's Adler Planetarium is America's first planetarium and a premiere resource for inspiring the next generation of space explorers.
Your visit to the Adler Planetarium on Chicago’s Museum Campus is sure to be out-of-this-world! We know that when planning your perfect trip to the museum, you’re looking for the best experience, which is why we’ve put all of the important information in one place.
Save on admission to your choice of 3 top Chicago attractions, including the Adler Planetarium*, Shedd Aquarium, Shoreline Sightseeing Architecture River Tour, Skydeck Chicago, and more! Visit the attractions at your own pace, in any order, over a 9-day period.
Whether you want to explore our solar system or touch a piece of the Moon, the Adler's diverse range of exhibits bring the universe to your fingertips!
Adler Planetarium infographic depicting the conjunction of Mars and Jupiter on August 15, 2024, in the eastern sky. Both planets appear as dots in yellow circles. Mars has a slightly reddish hue.
View the sky show and event calendar for the Adler. America's first planetarium and premiere resource for inspiring the next generation of space explorers.
Located on Chicago’s lakeshore since 1930, 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 Adler’s focus on meaningful connections ...
Opened in May 12, 1930, the Adler Planetarium has a rich history that spans generations. View our impressive timeline and find out how it all began.
Watch our famous (and award-winning) sky shows under our iconic dome theaters and learn more about all eight immersive shows currently playing at Chicago’s planetarium. Purchase tickets for your next space adventure and sky shows here. All tickets must be bought online, in advance of your visit. All sales are final.
Connect with us, with science and astronomy, with our universe—and with other people—exactly where you are! On a cosmic scale, there’s practically no distance between us. We’re all flying through space on the same little blue planet, and we’re all looking up at the same sky.
