Free Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light
Where: Museum of Science and Industry, 5700 S Lake Shore Dr., 773-684-1414.
When: Opening November 17, 2021-Monday, January 3, 2022. Free Days: November 17 and December 8, 2021 9:30am-4:00pm
Daily capacity limited, some high-demand dates may sell out. Reserve your tickets online
Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light is for all ages and admission is included in Museum Entry. The MSI has two free days in 2021 when you can get access to the exhibit: November 17 and December 8, 2021.
About Free Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light
Explore rich holiday traditions from around the globe while creating your own traditions with loved ones in Christmas Around the World and Holidays of Light.
Image from Museum of Science and Industry
It began in 1942 with a single tree. Today, the Museum’s beloved annual celebration features a four-story, floor-to-dome Grand Tree, surrounded by a forest of more than 50 trees and displays decorated by volunteers to represent the holiday traditions from cultures around the globe. It’s the one-of-a-kind experience that brings a whole world of holiday joy under one roof.
Get more info about Museum of Science and Industry 2021 free days here.
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Museum of Science and Industry
5700 S. Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60637
(773) 684-1414
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