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2430 North Cannon Drive
Chicago, IL 60614
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+1 773 755 5100
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Neighborhood :
Lincoln Park
http://www.naturemuseum.org - Mon to Fri from 09:00 AM to 04:30 PM,Sat to Sun from 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Connect with science and nature through innovative exhibits exploring the bio-diversity of the world around us. One of the most popular exhibits is the large glass Butterfly Haven, which visitors can wander through. In addition to providing thousands of children with an accessible scientific education, this cornerstone center of the Chicago Academy of Sciences supports environmental research and conservation programs. Challenge yourself to do your part in protecting the natural environment.
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Where else can you see a fully restored prairie within city limits?
This place is really great - it's usually pretty easy to find parking here. I've been here for the Chicago Gourmet Ice Cream tasting event which really...
Our first trip here was wonderful and we practically had the place to ourselves! We learned about green living, walked in the butterfly forest, and touched...
Trekaroo Reviews
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Hands-on Nature
This is a kid-friendly museum from top to bottom. Kids can play at the water tables, spend time with the butterflies, or watch the snakes ...
Great for learning about nature
Wonderful place for children of all ages to learn about nature. Lots of ways to have fun, with water, dig in the dirt or look ...
Education plus fun!
This museum has a number of interesting permanent exhibits. The Butterfly Haven houses the winged wonders in a high-ceilinged greenhouse. A dif...
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Butterflies
I loved the butterflies exhibit!!! You go in a room with an assortment of beautiful plants, while the butterflies of an assortment of colors fl...
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A sanctuary in the city, this museum invites visitors to learn about and appreciate nature.
In ShortNestled in the heart of Lincoln Park, this museum offers views of Lake Michigan, Chicago's skyline and North Pond. The museum is ho
an enlightening journey
The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum is an educational and fun, hands-on nature museum! There are lots of different exhibits, from an energy exh...
A little known gem by Robyn R. at InsiderPages
People always ask me about some of the free things there are to do when visiting Chicago. I never forget to mention the free admission on Thurs...
Nice place to visit once by Kimberly S. at InsiderPages
This museum isn't too large, but it is bright and airy. I spent about an hour there, you would probably spend more time with children, because...
Great little place to visit!
Wonderful small musuem featuring interactive, engaging exhibits on rainwater run-off, germs, and other topics that appeal to a broad age-range....
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum by Jeanne L. at InsiderPages
This museum is a great destination for all ages. There is a large water-table area for kids to splash around in, a giant taxidermy/stuffed pol...
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