• Challenger Learning Center of Northwest Indiana
    Challenger Learning Center of Northwest Indiana

    STEM Education for Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana

Curiosity and exploration walk hand-in-hand at our learning center!

The Challenger Learning Center of Northwest Indiana is Chicagoland's premiere Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education facility for field trips and more. From our famous simulated space missions to hands-on workshops, labs, summer camps and planetarium experiences, we offer unique learning opportunities for children of all ages as well as STEM resources and curriculum for their teachers.  

Our flagship missions give middle-school students a glimpse into the future, as they try their hand at a day in the life of a scientist, engineer, researcher and more on a simulated space mission. With the careers in these fields at the forefront of our highly technical future, we know that experiences like these are effective in guiding future study and career choices.

Not a kid? Our corporate mission will challenge your team to use their problem solving, teamwork and communication skills to complete a fun and interactive space mission! 

There are many ways to have a Challenger Learning Center experience. Click on the photos below for more information about our different program options:

                                               MISSION SPIRIT AWARD

                                                                           January & February

                                                                              2019 WINNERS

                    CONGRATULATIONS                                      CONGRATULATIONS 

                                AMANEY                                                                     JOHN

| 6th GRADE |  GRIMMER MIDDLE SCHOOL |  | 6th GRADE | LOWELL MIDDLE ELEMENTARY |

   CONGRATULATIONS                                  CONGRATULATIONS 

               BEN                                                     HAILEY

 | 5th GRADE |  NORTHVIEW ELEMENTARY |        | 5th GRADE | KAHLER MIDDLE SCHOOL |

  • When students walk into a Challenger Learning Center, they are transported to a cutting-edge Mission Control room and a high-tech Space Station simulator. Whether the mission is flying to the Moon, intercepting a comet, visiting Mars or studying the Earth from the International Space Station, it’s an unforgettable learning experience they’re sure to talk about for years to come!
    Learn more about our space missions here

  • We offer summer science experiences that will wow your kids while feeding their brains and exciting them about how they can affect the path our Spaceship Earth will take in the years to come. Summer camps of 2018 will focus on the spheres of exciting Earth science!
    We offer a variety of camp options that are stimulating and age-appropriate. All camps are led by educators and provide a safe, fun and thought-provoking experience.

  • Bring your space explorers to experience the magic of the night sky as well as a variety of entertaining and educational shows under the dazzling display of the Robert H. Rivers Planetarium. Our 40-seat, full-dome theater has show options for groups of all ages. Check out our laser shows which are highly entertaining and energizing, featuring music for all kinds of tastes (U2, Led Zeppelin, Justin Bieber) set to a visual treat for your eyes.
    Reserve your show online here