Reach for the Stars at Adler Planetarium

As one of Tourist Attractions in Chicago, all ages will enjoy the programs and extensive displays that the Adler Planetarium has to offer. It is miles above the ones that most children get to see on field trips. The Adler, which was constructed in 1930 on the shore of Lake Michigan, takes pride in being the first planetarium in the Western Hemisphere.

Two dome theaters of the planetarium host a range of shows, such as explorations of the solar system, the moon, and the night sky over Chicago. There is also a wide variety of exhibitions covering a wide range of subjects, such as astrology, meteors, life on other planets, space exploration, and the history of science.

A number of displays are also devoted to the achievements of underrepresented groups, such as female, Latinx, and LGBTQ+ astronomers. An amazing exhibit that examines the significance of the contributions made by Islamic astronomers and how their studies impacted the faith and the wider world is noteworthy.

Additionally, there are collections of historical astronomy objects, such as telescopes and several antique and prehistoric sundials. When you go, make sure to allow enough time for the Skyline Walk, which is the greatest location to take pictures of the city skyline without taking a boat tour.

Address: 1300 S. DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, Illinois
Official site: www.adlerplanetarium.org