Commission approves Griffin Museum of Science and Industry plans to build visitor welcome hall

CHICAGO (WLS) -- The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry will soon be sporting a new look.

Chicago's Landmarks Commission's Permit Review Committee approved plans for a new welcome hall.

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The museum released an artist's rendering of what the hall will look like.

Museum leaders said the project will create a new primary entry for visitors while preserving historic architectural details.