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Adler Planetarium

The Adler Planetarium, established in 1930, holds the distinction of being the first planetarium in the Western Hemisphere. Its primary mission is to connect people to the universe and to each other.[18]

#Hearing - Assisted Listening Devices
#Hearing - Closed Captioned Media
#Mobility - Accessible Parking
#Mobility - Accessible Restrooms
#Mobility - Automatic Doors
# Mobility - Elevator Access
# Mobility - Wheelchair Access
# Mobility - Wheelchair Loans
# Mobility - Wheelchair Seating in Theatres
# Service Animals Welcome
# Visual - Tactile Exhibits
Adler Planetarium building

Mobility: Accessible parking spaces in adjacent Chicago Park District lot. Passenger drop-off turnaround. Accessible Entrance (Leffmann Education Center, right of main entrance) with automated push-button doors. Elevators access all floors. Accessible restrooms (mid-level); single-occupancy restroom (mid-level south). Designated wheelchair/companion seating in all 3 theaters. Manual wheelchairs available free (first-come, first-served at box offices, ID required). Mobility devices permitted.[19, 20, 21] Hearing: Assisted Listening Devices available free for all 3 theaters (first-come, first-served at box offices, ID required). Closed Captioning for sky shows (except Skywatch Live!) via personal mobile device at adlercaps.org.[19, 22] Visual: Tactile models/images mentioned in other sources, availability should be confirmed via contact.[22, 23] Sensory: No specific quiet rooms or sensory kits mentioned in primary sources; contact recommended for specific needs.[19] Service Animals: Trained service animals (per ADA) welcome in public areas.[19] Parking: Reserved accessible spaces in adjacent lot (closest to accessible entrance).[19, 20] Entrances: Accessible Entrance at Leffmann Education Center with automated doors.[19, 20] Other: Food allergy info via FFT@adlerplanetarium.org. Participates in Museums for All (EBT/WIC discount). Free Wi-Fi.[19, 21, 24] Contact: guestservices@adlerplanetarium.org, Phone: (312) 922-7827.[19, 21]