Group Visits
Plan Your Group Outing at the Adler
As America's first planetarium, the Adler Planetarium is a must see for groups of all ages. From our world-renowned collection to immersive sky shows to interactive exhibitions and programs, the museum has something for everyone.
Whether your group is composed of adults, seniors, university students or school kids (pre-K through grade 12), you can share in the experience of seeing a sky show, touring our collection, exploring our exhibitions together. Our variety of sky shows, space science exhibitions and group menu options, along with our spectacular view of the Chicago skyline will make your visit together an experience to remember. Let us help you plan your next group visit.
K-12 School Groups
The Adler is a great place for a school field trip. Whether you are from the area or traveling from out-of-state, we are dedicated to giving your students a fun and educational experience.
Tour Groups
The Adler Planetarium makes its home on Museum Campus, just south of downtown Chicago. We offer a selection of group opportunities with benefits to make your trip-planning easier.
Contact
groups@adlerplanetarium.org
Adults & Seniors
The only thing better than an Adler experience is a shared Adler experience. Let us help you plan your group visit for adults and seniors, including exhibitions, shows, and dining.
Contact
groups@adlerplanetarium.org
Scout Groups
Need to complete your astronomy badge? Plan your own troop trip during the day or bring your badge book to an Astro-Overnight to help you complete your badge requirements.
Badge book
Cub Scout Belt Loop
Cub Scout Badge
Cub Scout Pin
Boy Scout Badge
Brownie Space Explorer
Girl Scout Sky Search
Contact
groups@adlerplanetarium.org
Webster Institute
Group visits to the Webster Institute are available for college-level
courses and professional groups. To request a Webster Institute scholarly group visit, download, complete,
and email the Group Visit Request Form.
Request a Visit
Group Visit Request Form (PDF)
Contact
astrohistory@adlerplanetarium.org
Bring the Family
Exhibitions
Let us help inspire your family's adventure into space exploration. The Adler offers several exhibitions for visitors of all ages to look, build, go and ask questions about space. For our youngest explorers, visit our Planet Explorers exhibition, designed especially for children ages 3-8 and their caregivers.
Shows
The Adler offers a number of immersive space shows that are appropriate for children of varying ages. For little ones we suggest One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure and Night Sky Live! for ages 8 and up.
Programs
Our daily programs encourage you to actively engage with the processes of science and science topics. Facilitated by trained staff and volunteers, these quick hands-on experiences are located throughout our galleries.
Birthday Parties
The Adler Planetarium gives parents a wide range of choices when it comes to creating the perfect birthday party experience. Choose the perfect birthday party package and give the birthday boy or girl an amazing day.