member exclusives guide SPRING + SUMMER 2018
Camp-In FRIDAY, APRIL 6 AT 6 P.M. SATURDAY, APRIL 7, 8 A.M. Pack your bags and set up camp next to (or inside) your favorite MSI exhibit! You and your guests are in for a night of exploration, snacks, songs and camp activities not to mention access to all your MSI favorites, open late! Registration opens in late February. Tickets are $45 per attendee, members are allowed to bring up to their admit number plus two guests. Sponsored by Whole Foods Market. ADDITIONAL TICKET REQUIRED Open House THURSDAY, JULY 19, 2018 5 9 P.M. Want to experience your favorite MSI exhibits, enjoy an ice cream by the lagoon, and take a behind-the-scenes look into our vast Collection? Mark your calendar for Thursday, July 19: our annual Member Open House throws open our doors to all of our members for a night dedicated to you! This is a free event. Registration will open in June. Members are allowed to register up to their admit number for this special event. ADVANCE RESERVATION REQUIRED MSICHICAGO.ORG/MEMBERCALENDAR
FRIDAY, MARCH 9 SUNDAY, APRIL 8 Express your creativity through hands-on making and innovative technology at MSI s Spring Make Festival. Explore design and engineering during this four-week experience featuring a high-tech maker workshop, unique evening events, and new activities and special programs for all ages. A full calendar and tickets are available at msichicago.org/springmake. SOME EXPERIENCES REQUIRE AN ADDITIONAL TICKET MSICHICAGO.ORG/MEMBERSHIP
Local sponsor: The Science Behind Pixar was developed by the Museum of Science, Boston in collaboration with Pixar Animation Studios. Disney/Pixar. All Rights Reserved. Used Under Authorization. The Science Behind Pixar OPENS MAY 24, 2018 Learn about the filmmaking process through hands-on activities inspired by some of Pixar s most treasured films, from Toy Story to Inside Out. This exhibition offers an unparalleled view of the production pipeline and concepts used at Pixar every day. Participate in fun hands-on activities, listen to firsthand accounts from members of the studios production teams, and even come face-to-face with re-creations of your favorite Pixar film characters, including Buzz Lightyear, Dory, Mike and Sulley, Edna Mode, and WALL E! MEMBER TICKET PRICE $7 Member Pixar Exhibit Viewings THURSDAY, MAY 24 7:30 9:30 A.M. THURSDAY, JUNE 7 6 8 P.M. Members will have exclusive access to the new exhibit at these special viewings. Light refreshments will be available. Registration opens in April. MSInsider Pixar Exhibit Viewing THURSDAY, MAY 24 5:30 8:30 P.M. Annual Fund Members in the Explorers Society and higher are invited to this special exhibit viewing event. ADVANCE RESERVATION REQUIRED EVENT TICKET PRICE $15 Tickets include timed-entry to The Science Behind Pixar. MSICHICAGO.ORG/MEMBERCALENDAR
Member-Exclusive Tours We re launching a new tour program! We ll be holding two guided tours of an exhibit or area of the Museum each quarter; one stroller tour and one tour for an adult audience. Our next set of tours will visit the Extreme Ice and Art of the Bicycle exhibits. We ll start with an in-depth look at the informative work of James Balog and finish with a ride through time as we discuss the evolution of bicycles. Tuesday Tales Join us every Tuesday in the Members Lounge for delightful books with a touch of science, narrated by Museum staff, volunteers and special guests. The program also includes hands-on STEM-themed activities throughout to complement the stories. Young scientists of all ages and abilities are invited to attend. Reservations are not required, though space is not guaranteed. Please email membership@msichicago.org for more information. STROLLER TOUR THURSDAY, MAY 10 10:30 11:30 A.M. ADULT MEMBER TOUR SATURDAY, MAY 12 10:30 11:30 A.M. Annual Fund PHOTO BY JAMES BALOG If you would like to further your donation to MSI, become an Annual Fund member! Annual Fund members starting at the Explorer Society level, receive benefits including: free passes to special exhibitions, tours and the Theater, and complimentary invitations to MSInsider events. Learn more at msichicago.org/annualfund