Marvel’s Spider-Man exhibit swings into Griffin Museum of Science and Industry

CHICAGO (WLS) — “Marvel’s Spider-Man: Beyond Amazing – The Exhibition” will make its Chicago premiere at Griffin Museum of Science and Industry on Thursday, May 22.

This traveling exhibit celebrates the history and legacy of Spider-Man, from his first comic book appearance in 1962 to his modern-day status as one of the world’s most recognizable and popular icons.

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The immersive exhibit features original artwork by legendary creators, rare comic books and an in depth look at how the “Spider-Verse” leapt from the page to movies, TV and video games – starting with Spider-Man’s first appearance in 1962’s “Amazing Fantasy #15,” up to his most recent depictions in series like Marvel Animation’s “Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man” and Marvel’s “Spidey and his Amazing Friends.”

Visitors can also see film props and costumes, explore cutting-edge interactive installations and take photos with life-size statues of Miles Morales, Ghost-Spider, Spider-Man and more.

For more information, visit msichicago.org/spider-man.

“Marvel’s Spider-Man: Beyond Amazing – The Exhibition” runs through Feb. 8, 2026.

Tickets for the exhibit are on sale now at msichicago.org/tickets.

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