Get ready to unleash your inner Nancy Drew: Escape the Museum is returning to the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry.
Following a sold-out weekend during 2024’s “007 Science: Inventing the World of James Bond” exhibition, the nation’s only museum escape returns—bigger and more exciting than ever. This family-friendly adventure invites guests to explore the museum after hours, uncover hidden clues and solve puzzles set within some of its most beloved exhibits.
With the new year comes a new escape room theme: “The Wandering Alchemist.” Participants will journey through a world of mystery, where each exhibit holds clues that lead closer to victory—and the honor of being crowned a member of the Guild of Alchemists. Created by Chicago design firm Escape Artistry, this immersive escape room spans four of the MSI’s permanent exhibit halls: Science Storms, Extreme Ice, Transportation Gallery and the Henry Crown Space Center.
The game is entirely screen-free, offering an analog experience that fosters genuine connection between participants. Designed for ages eight and up, the puzzles are engaging for the whole family, while also making this a perfect outing for couples and large groups. The escape room’s runtime averages 50 to 90 minutes, though puzzle-solving prowess may shorten or extend your stay in the museum.
Escape the Museum is open for 12 select dates through October 4. Tickets start at $40 per player ($35 for museum members) and include parking in the museum’s garage. Learn more information about the event here.