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Book space at Discovery Center for your office, meetings or events. Rooms for 2-25+ as low as $10 /hour. Call 773-348-8120

Welcome to Discovery Center

What is Discovery Center?

Founded in 1978, The Discovery Center is Chicago's Lifelong Learning Center, Chicago's largest and longest running independent adult education program. Enjoy fun, stimulating classes presented by qualified independent instructors who enjoy introducing others to their subjects. Learn among friends for your own enjoyment and growth.

COVID-19 update: In-Person classes are meeting as scheduled in 2025 subject to the Governer's Covid -19 rules & restrictions. Classes are open to anyone interested in learning new subjects, meeting new people or developing new skills.

Online Classes: Many classes are now available online. Please check the course listings below to determine which sections of a class are available online. All online classes are virtual with a live instructor. More are being added on a regular basis so please check back or contact us with your questions: 773-348-8120 or Contact Us.

Thank you for your interest, please stay safe.

Welcome to Discovery Center