Category: Announcements
Pink Floyd’s ‘The Dark Side Of The Moon’ Fulldome Show Now Playing At The Adler Planetarium
Now showing Pink Floyd’s “The Dark Side Of The Moon” immersive dome show in a limited-time year-long run.
Our Skies Are Full Of Holiday Lights: Winter Activities At The Adler
The best winter activity in Chicago? Sitting down and looking up at the sparkly constellations that fill our winter skies.
Adler Planetarium Announces Opening of Stars Aligned
The newest exhibit, Stars Aligned, explores the connected histories of astronomy and astrology in the early modern period.
The Adler Planetarium Mourns the Loss of Captain James A. Lovell Jr.
The Adler mourns the loss of American hero, former NASA Astronaut, and Adler Life-Trustee Captain James A. Lovell Jr.
The Adler Planetarium Appoints Elizabeth Babcock as President and Chief Executive Officer
The Adler Planetarium announced today the appointment of Elizabeth C. Babcock, PhD as its next President and Chief Executive Officer.
First Look At Vera C. Rubin Observatory “First Light” Images
Adler hosts first light watch party for brand new detailed images from the telescope that will capture more information about our Universe than all optical telescopes combined.
Adler Planetarium Announces $1 Million Gift for STEAM Youth Engagement Programs from S&C Electric Company Fund
Adler Planetarium is thrilled to announce ongoing support for its youth programs with a $1 million gift from the S&C Electric Company Fund.
NASCAR Returns As A Sponsor Of Adler At Night This Summer
NASCAR Chicago Street Race is reaffirming its commitment to STEAM and the Adler Planetarium with a sponsorship of Adler at Night.
Adler Astronomers To Develop AI Tools For Astronomy
A $20M grant will allow Adler Planetarium scientists to help shape the use of AI for future astronomy research.
The Adler Planetarium Receives Reaccreditation from American Alliance of Museums
Of the nation’s estimated 33,000 museums, roughly 1,100 are currently accredited. The Adler Planetarium is one of only 32 museums accredited in Illinois.
