The Adler ‘Scope

Everything you need to know about lunar eclipses, and tips to see the next total lunar eclipse on March 3, 2026.

Adler astronomer Michelle Nichols explains everything you need to know about NASA’a Artemis II mission and gives the latest updates on launch.

What’s in the sky in February, 2026? How to see Mercury, Saturn, Jupiter, and Venus, and what you need to know about the February annular solar eclipse and Moon phases.

In honor of Valentine’s Day, read about the grand romantic gesture Captain James A. Lovell Jr. made while orbiting the Moon on Apollo 8. 

Discover some of the most unique date ideas for couples in Chicago. Enjoy immersive exhibits, space shows, and stunning skyline views of Chicago.

Dr. Shanika Galaudage explains the past, present, and future of gravitational waves and how recent findings have suggested that black holes can merge multiple times through hierarchical formations.

What’s in the sky in January, 2026? What to know about the wolf supermoon and Earth’s perihelion, how to see the planets, and the Moon Pleiades conjunction!

What exactly are gravitational waves and how have they changed the field of astronomy? Adler Astronomer, Dr. Michael Zevin, explains how gravitational waves allow us to hear the sounds of spacetime and how they will lead to new discoveries.

Now showing Pink Floyd’s “The Dark Side Of The Moon” immersive dome show in a limited-time year-long run.

The Adler Zooniverse has been selected for a 2025 Humanities and AI Virtual Institute (HAVI) award from Schmidt Sciences.