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The Alan. B. Shepard Society
Alan B. Shepard's historic 1961 mission electrified people around the world and sparked a decade of unparalleled discovery in space. The Alan B. Shepard Society celebrates Commander Shepard's courageous pursuit of the unknown, and the spirit of exploration his legacy inspires.
Your gift of $1,000 or more to the The Alan. B. Shepard Society fosters the vitality of one of Chicago's scientific and cultural treasures. You ensure that future generations of Chicagoans and visitors to our city experience the compelling exhibits, shows, and educational programs the Adler has offered since 1930. You enrich our partnership with NASA and Chicago Public Schools as we inspire the next generation of science and technology leaders. And, you join us in advancing the mission articulated by Max Adler when he founded the Museum to "further the progress of science and guide an understanding of the majesty of the heavens."
This special philanthropy circle offers all the benefits of Annual Fund memberships and additional opportunities, such as invitations to the Shepard Society Astronomy Luncheon Series, VIP receptions with leaders in space science and education, as well as exclusive previews of new exhibits and shows. Philanthropists who participate as Founding Members receive additional benefits detailed below.
Shepard Society members receive:
• Invitations to Shepard Society Astronomy Luncheons featuring science, education and policy leaders
• Unique behind-the-scenes opportunities with Adler scientists and curators
• Recognition at Adler events and in publications, including the Annual Report to Donors
• Complimentary subscription to The Alan B. Shepard Society Newsletter
• Free family admission to StarRider and Sky Theater shows
• All benefits of Adler family membership, including:
• Unique behind-the-scenes opportunities with Adler scientists and curators
• Recognition at Adler events and in publications, including the Annual Report to Donors
• Complimentary subscription to The Alan B. Shepard Society Newsletter
• Free family admission to StarRider and Sky Theater shows
• All benefits of Adler family membership, including:
- Free general admission
- Discounts in the Infinity Shop and Galileo's Café
- Complimentary subscription to the Adler's quarterly newsletter, Adler Star
- Invitations and discounts to public lectures, and more!
Founding Members
Founding Members who give $2,500 receive the benefits listed above plus:
• Invitation to the Adler Annual Meeting
• Invitations to President's Dinners
• Invitations to President's Dinners
Founding Members who give $5,000 or more receive the benefits listed above plus:
• Admission for two to the Adler Space Business Forum
• Discounts toward private events at the Adler
• Discounts toward private events at the Adler
Thank you for your support!
Mail us a gift (PDF), or make an on-line gift. For more information about joining the The Alan. B. Shepard Society, please call Gena Johnson, Director of Individual Giving, at 312-542-2209.
For your convenience, The Alan B. Shepard Society offers membership pledge forms for monthly automatic credit card charges. Please download the form (PDF/one page) and fax a completed and signed copy to 312-583-0256 or mail to the Adler Planetarium Advancement Office, 1300 South Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60605.
Please contact Gena Johnson at 312-542-2209 or gjohnson@adlerplanetarium.org with any questions or comments.