National Geographic’s MAPS: Tools for Adventure! 
Now open!
Maps help us find our way, share information, reveal patterns, and solve problems.  The world’s most recognized map experts at the National Geographic Society and the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis joined forces to develop an extraordinary learning experience that’s fun and educational for all ages. For more details click here.

Imax®DOME Films

ARABIA
Now showing!
ARABIA follows the story of charismatic 22-year-old Arabian filmmaking student Hamzah Jamjoom as he returns home from Chicago's De Paul University to make a film about his native culture. As Hamzah discovers the roots of his people's ancient traditions, audiences will learn how Arabian society developed through history into what it is today and discover a visually striking world of fascinating heritage

Mysteries of the Great Lakes
Now showing!
Go on a journey through the greatest lake system in the world. Witness the amazing geography, ecology, science, and history of the region through the most powerful film medium in the world -- IMAX®.

For more details on IMAX®DOME Films click here.

North Star Light: Pathways to Freedom
Through March 7
Wednesday-Friday, 10 and 11:30 a.m., Saturday-Sunday, 3 p.m.
Science Museum’s Eureka Theater • Tickets: $3
Meet Harriet Tubman and other figures of the Underground Railroad as they are guided by the North Star Light.

Event

Rat basketball Playoffs
Thursday, April 1, 11 a.m.
Will the rats get it right this year? She shoots. She scores. The ball flies through the basketball hoop and so does the player. It’s the Rat Basketball Playoffs. Each of the Science Museum’s most experienced players represents one of the NCAA Final Four teams. For more details click here.

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