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Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum (The), Chicago, IL

  • Address 2430 North Cannon Drive
    Chicago, IL 60614
    United States
  • Phone number+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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yelp Reviews ( 50 Reviews see all ) Top

Brendan F.

(Rating: 5.0) 

by Brendan F. on November 11, 2009

Where else can you see a fully restored prairie within city limits?

Dee W.

(Rating: 5.0) 

by Dee W. on November 8, 2009

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...

Allison B.

(Rating: 5.0) 

by Allison B. on July 10, 2009

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 ( 3 Reviews ) Top

Hands-on Nature

 by  minnemom  on  2009-03-18

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

 by  teammom  on  2009-03-18

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!

 by  GPP_IL  on  2009-03-18

This museum has a number of interesting permanent exhibits. The Butterfly Haven houses the winged wonders in a high-ceilinged greenhouse. A dif...

Yahoo Travel Reviews ( 1 Review ) Top

Butterflies

 by  cherie5213  on  2005-10-01

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...

CitySearch Reviews ( 6 Reviews ) Top

A sanctuary in the city, this museum invites visitors to learn about and appreciate nature.

 by  Contributor  on  2006-05-31

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

 by  Contributor  on  2005-11-07

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

 by  Contributor  on  2005-11-02

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

 by  Contributor  on  2005-08-31

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!

 by  bluehensfan  on  2005-08-29

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

 by  Contributor  on  2005-06-22

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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