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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.
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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.
Buy tickets to see our famous (and award-winning) immersive sky shows in the iconic dome theaters at Chicago's planetarium.
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.
Come see a device that once fired a cannon to let you know it’s lunchtime. 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!
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 ...
Oct 7, 2024 · Here’s an introduction to Comet C/2023 A3—the latest bright comet to grace our skies in the inner solar system. Considered a long-period comet, Comet C/2023 A3—also known as Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS or Comet Purple Mountain-ATLAS—recently made its closest approach to the Sun, after having traveled from the Oort Cloud.
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.
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.
