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Innovative programs make math, science, reading, the arts, and discovering the city's vibrant cultures fun for the whole family. Passport to the World, Community Resource Fairs, and hundreds of other events and activities bring playful learning opportunities to visitors year-round.

A Delicate Balance
Can you stand on one foot? Build the tallest tower? Explore the Power of Balance as you hunt for the elusive Center of Gravity.
Book Fair
Explore cultural diversity through a night of storytelling, poetry readings, and hands-on activities that celebrate literature, culture, arts, and community!
Circle Worlds
It’s only four inches in diameter, but it’s all yours! Use our bins of bits and bobs to create a tiny, imaginary world.
Health & Wellness Night
Get moving! Join us for activities that will get your heart racing, and learn about healthy habits from our community partners.
High Flyin’ Fun!
What shapes fly the best? Design paper flyers and test them on the fifty-foot tower in the Inventing Lab. Let your imagination soar!
Hooray for Hobbies!
Do you have a hobby? Meet some special guests who do, and try your hand at something new.
Just for the Mini-Mover!
Visit our brand new Move exhibit, and enjoy activities that build motor skills and spatial awareness in this program dedicated to the "five-and-under" set.
Open Mic
Kraft Free Family Night
Come one, come all—whatever your talent, you are welcome on our stage! Cheer on performers of all ages and abilities as they share inspiring performances.
Parachute
Up and down, ‘round and ‘round! You’ll get a rugged workout playing lively games with our colorful parachute.
Passport to China
Discover China's rich traditions through hands-on activities and performances presented by members of Chicago's Chinese community!
Passport to India
Discover India's rich traditions through hands-on activities and performances presented by members of Chicago's Indian community!
Passport to Ireland
Discover Ireland's rich traditions through hands-on activities and performances presented by members of Chicago's Irish community!
Passport to Korea
Discover Korea's rich traditions through hands-on activities and performances presented by members of Chicago's Korean community!
Thursday, May 6: 5-8pm
Saturday, May 8: 11am-4pm
Sunday, May 9: 11am-4pm
Playful Picks
Our staff will pick their favorite drop-in activity to surprise your eyes, nose, mouth, ears, or fingertips.
Spring into Karaoke
You’re the star! Pick your favorite song from our menu. Our CCM Sometimes Band will back you up so you can sing, sing, sing.
Survive Alive
Children learn by doing. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to practice how to escape your home during a fire.

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Daily 10am-5pm
Thursday evenings 5-8pm
   
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Children $10.00
Adults $10.00
Seniors $9.00
Members Free
Children under one Free
En Español

Target Free First Sundays
First Sunday of every month: Free admission for ages 15 and under.

Kraft Free Family Night
Thursday evenings: 5-8pm
Free admission for everyone.

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