Museum of Science and Industry
Venue Description
The Museum of Science and Industry offers exceptional spaces and innovative exhibits that provide a dramatic backdrop for any event, with an added dimension of interactivity. Tangle with a twister inside Science Storms, dine alongside a captured WWII German submarine in the U-505 exhibit, or mingle in the Smart Home garden while sipping a glass of organic wine. Whether it’s an event for 20 or 12,000, the museum’s event professionals will guide you step by step, ensuring that all details are executed perfectly. They’ve got events down to a science.
Buzz
Voted as one of Chicago’s Seven Wonders by Chicago Tribune readers, the Museum is the largest science museum in the western hemisphere, with 400,000 square feet of exhibit space, making it the ultimate location for one-of-a-kind special events designed and produced by award-winning chefs and event producers.
Memorable Moments
The International Film Festival hosted its star-studded gala celebration at M.S.I. in 2010 to honor the renowned actor and director Ron Howard. Other notable celebrities in attendance included Winona Ryder, Vince Vaughn, Jennifer Connelly, and Paul Bettany.
Testimonials
They were ready when I came in with optional approaches and fresh ideas. They were fearless in breaking away from the tried and true, and creating new dishes. We wanted it fun, sure, but we also wanted a sophisticated twist for our high-end event.” —In regards to the 2010 International Film Festival Gala, Donna La Pietra, Kurtis Productions
Clients
Exelon, CME Group, Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company, Exxon Mobil, Zurich North America, American Society of Clinical Oncologists, American Association of Orthodontists, Boeing, Baxter International, Medline Industries
Awards
•2011 BizBash Venue Manager of the Year Linda Kingsley
•2010 BizBash Best Catered Event
•Employer of the Year 2011: Bridges From School to Work
Affiliations
PCMA, CCTB, CEC, ISES, MPI
Buzz
Voted as one of Chicago’s Seven Wonders by Chicago Tribune readers, the Museum is the largest science museum in the western hemisphere, with 400,000 square feet of exhibit space, making it the ultimate location for one-of-a-kind special events designed and produced by award-winning chefs and event producers.
Memorable Moments
The International Film Festival hosted its star-studded gala celebration at M.S.I. in 2010 to honor the renowned actor and director Ron Howard. Other notable celebrities in attendance included Winona Ryder, Vince Vaughn, Jennifer Connelly, and Paul Bettany.
Testimonials
They were ready when I came in with optional approaches and fresh ideas. They were fearless in breaking away from the tried and true, and creating new dishes. We wanted it fun, sure, but we also wanted a sophisticated twist for our high-end event.” —In regards to the 2010 International Film Festival Gala, Donna La Pietra, Kurtis Productions
Clients
Exelon, CME Group, Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company, Exxon Mobil, Zurich North America, American Society of Clinical Oncologists, American Association of Orthodontists, Boeing, Baxter International, Medline Industries
Awards
•2011 BizBash Venue Manager of the Year Linda Kingsley
•2010 BizBash Best Catered Event
•Employer of the Year 2011: Bridges From School to Work
Affiliations
PCMA, CCTB, CEC, ISES, MPI
Spaces
Auditorium
Min. capacity: 638
Max. capacity (standing): 850
Max. capacity (seated): 850
Columbian Room
Min. capacity: 90
Max. capacity (standing): 150
Max. capacity (seated): 120
Entire Museum
Min. capacity: 9000
Max. capacity (standing): 12000
Henry Crown Space Center
Min. capacity: 94
Max. capacity (standing): 325
Max. capacity (seated): 125
Little Theatre
Min. capacity: 150
Max. capacity (standing): 200
Max. capacity (seated): 200
Main Level including the Rotunda
Min. capacity: 1350
Max. capacity (standing): 4000
Max. capacity (seated): 1800
North & South Porticos
Min. capacity: 1125
Max. capacity (standing): 1500
Smart Home Garden
Min. capacity: 150
Max. capacity (standing): 700
Max. capacity (seated): 200
U-505
Min. capacity: 375
Max. capacity (standing): 700
Max. capacity (seated): 500
West Pavilion
Min. capacity: 263
Max. capacity (standing): 800
Max. capacity (seated): 350
Markets
Chicago
Categories
Address
1 57th St. and Lake Shore Drive
60637
Chicago, IL
