Adler Planetarium

No, it's not impossible to see the aurora borealis from Chicago, but you'll need to avoid bright lights.

No, it won't get very dark, but it'll still look cool.

You waited too long, but there still might be hope for you yet.

The Adler will offer safety glasses, free admission and a bounce house for the eclipse Monday.

The gift will "expand the walls" of the planetarium to more disadvantaged neighborhoods. 

Ex-Chicago resident Edwin Velarde will pedal 800 miles to raise money and promote a healthy lifestyle.

The exhibit will precede a rare total solar eclipse coming this summer. 

Astronomers from the Adler Planetarium will join Amundsen's Starry Chicago team for Thursday's event.

Thursday is the fall equinox, when the sun will rise and fall straight down skyscraper canyons.

Just before school starts again, the museums are letting in CPS kids free.

Attendance jumped among the city's museums and zoos last year.

The Field, Adler, and Shedd will be free for all Illinois residents later this month. 

Admission will be free after downloading tickets. 

Free days, discounts and plenty of activities are planned for the week starting Oct. 1. 

Here's how to beat light pollution and watch the shooting stars this week.