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Posted on: April 23, 2024

[ARCHIVED] Daycation: Museum of Science & Industry

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Welcome to the Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago - the largest science center in the Western Hemisphere. The Museum of Science and Industry has an excellent collection of over 200 permanent & temporary exhibits covering all kinds of science displayed in 75 major halls. Among the museum's exhibits are a full-size replica coal mine, German submarine U-505 captured during World War II, a 3,500-square-foot (330m2) model railroad, the command module of Apollo 8, and the first diesel-powered streamlined stainless-steel passenger train (Pioneer Zephyr)

Fee: $120
Includes:

  • Deluxe motorcoach transportation
  • Admission to museum
  • U-505 exhibit tour & Tornado Alley film
  • Box lunch included
  • Walkability: This trip involves considerable walking. All stops are handicap accessible.

Note: An email with trip itinerary and box lunch option will be sent 1 week prior to trip.

Meeting Location: Trip check-in will be at McAllister Recreation Center, 2351 N. 20th Street, Lafayette, IN 47904. Daycation trips are confirmed with full payment and are NON-REFUNDABLE. McAllister reserves the right to cancel any trip. If you have any questions please call McAllister Recreation Center at 765-807-1360 or email at mcallister@lafayette.in.gov.

Register online here.

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