Visitor Policies
Mindworks is dedicated to providing a safe, inclusive, and enriching visitor experience for all. Mindworks expects visitors to be courteous and respectful toward guests, staff, and the exhibits. Visitors who violate this code of conduct, University of Chicago guidelines, or staff instructions may be asked to leave.
Health and Safety
Please postpone your visit if you feel unwell. The decision to mask is your own; we ask everyone to be courteous of others and respect their choices.
Respect Others
Visitors who exhibit disruptive or disrespectful behavior may be asked to leave. Impermissible behavior includes: harassing, discriminatory, or threatening statements or behavior toward Mindworks staff or other visitors; excessive noise; exhibiting overt signs of intoxication; obstructing foot traffic; soliciting; loitering; political campaigning; posting of unauthorized materials.
Respect the Exhibits and Building
Visitors to Mindworks will not engage in the following:
- Damaging, destroying, or stealing property of Mindworks, its staff, or its visitors.
- Interacting with exhibits in a disruptive manner.
- Improperly using restrooms, furniture, and common spaces.
- Entering any non-public area without authorization.
- Bringing animals (except service animals as defined by the ADA) into Mindworks.
- Consuming food within the space (unless during approved events). Covered beverages (e.g., coffee or water with a lid) are permitted.
- Bringing firearms to Mindworks.
Adult Supervision
Mindworks is open to visitors of all ages. Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a responsible individual 18 years or older.
Oversized Items
Please do not leave personal possessions unattended. Mindworks is not responsible for lost, misplaced, or stolen items. Large items that pose a safety concern may be restricted.
Your Safety Matters
If you feel unsafe and/or that you have been the target of harassment or discrimination, please report the issue to Mindworks staff either presently or afterward, even if anonymously, so that we can ensure a positive experience for you and other Mindworks visitors.