The Chicago Museum of Science and Industry is undergoing a major transformation with a new name and logo in honor of a monumental $125 million donation. This donation, made five years ago, has paved the way for new exhibits and a fresh new look for the museum. The institution was originally known as the Palace of Fine Arts and was saved from demolition by Julius Rosenwald to preserve the remnants of the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition.
The rebranding announcement has sparked mixed opinions on social media, with some feeling that the new name does not align with the original mission of the museum. However, the museum believes that Kenneth C. Griffin’s donation secures its future and has allowed for the creation of new exhibits such as the renovated Henry Crown Space Center and a new home for the SpaceX Dragon Spacecraft. To celebrate its inaugural day as Griffin MSI, the museum will be offering free admission for all on Sunday. Despite the controversies surrounding the name change, the Chicago Museum of Science and Industry looks forward to a bright future with exciting new opportunities thanks to Kenneth C. Griffin’s generous contribution.
