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Thinking about getting into a science career? Looking for a hands-on science program, such as camps for children? Or perhaps you would like to contribute directly and meaningfully to current science research? There are many opportunities for you to participate in science at the Adler Planetarium, at home, or wherever you may be.

Citizen Science
You can contribute to real science research projects from home! Join the thousands of citizen scientists who are making a difference every day, gathering or analyzing data to help advance science.
Learn more on the Citizen Science page

Camps for Kids
Adler Summer camps for kids, teens, and tweens introduce your child to science concepts while engaging their creativity. Register for Adler Summer Camps Register for Summer Worlds Tour
Learn more on the Camps for Kids page

Far Horizons
Join Adler Planetarium astronomers in the active exploration of space. Far Horizons engages participants in the design, building and launching of experiments flown to altitudes above 100,000 feet on high altitude balloons. Far Horizons offers a range of camps, internships, outreach and programs for participants of many ages and experience levels.
Learn more on the Far Horizons page

Careers in Space Science
Think you have what it takes to work in space science? Take a look behind-the-scenes to check out some space science-related careers and get to know people working in the field.
Learn more on the Careers in Space Science page

Around the Adler

Our Doane Observatory is open every Third Thursday for Adler After Dark.

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Did you know?: Over its flight career, space shuttle Endeavour flew 122853151 miles and spent 299 days in space.

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