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America's first planetarium and four other major attractions

Museum Campus

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About Museum Campus

Museum Campus is a 57-acre park in Chicago along Lake Michigan. It encompasses five major attractions: the Adler Planetarium, America's first planetarium; the Shedd Aquarium; the Field Museum of Natural History; Soldier Field, home of the Chicago Bears; and the Lakeside Center of McCormick Place. The park spans from Roosevelt Road to the terminus of the Stevenson Expressway at Lake Shore Drive, consisting of the southeastern portion of Grant Park, the entirety of Northerly Island, and the northern portion of Burnham Park. Visitors to Museum Campus can enjoy a range of activities across its attractions. Explore the stars at the planetarium, marvel at aquatic life at the aquarium, discover natural history at the Field Museum, catch a football game at Soldier Field, or attend events at McCormick Place. The lakeside location provides scenic views and outdoor space for strolling.

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