Chicago History Museum Illinois Resident Free Day
Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United StatesExplore the Chicago History Museum with no admission fees.
Explore the Chicago History Museum with no admission fees.
Join weekly pop-up events at the museum with a chance to create your own poem with the poet in residence.
Enjoy free admission with a suggested household donation of $10.
Meet with community organizations.
Explore the Chicago History Museum with no admission fees.
Explore preschool nature programming with games, crafts, and more.
Enjoy storytime with Brookfield Zoo staff!
Enjoy Pete the Cat books, crafts, and more.
Visit the nature center during feedtime to learn more about their animals.
Visit the library early for sensory-friendly play sessions.
Visit the nature center during feedtime to learn more about their animals.
All Illinois residents can visit MSI for free admission.
Preschool play at STEM stations.
A warm and welcoming space for new parents to connect.
Meet other homeschool families at the library.
Register in advance for a LEGO building session.
All Illinois residents can visit MSI for free admission.
Explore the Chicago History Museum with no admission fees.
Learn about animals with the help of residents of Misericordia.
The Field Museum is free for Illinois residents every Wednesday!
All Illinois residents can visit MSI for free admission.
Explore the Chicago History Museum with no admission fees.
Learn from zoo staff how animals, plants, and people in Chicagoland adapt to colder weather.
Build challenges with the Prospect Heights Public Library.
Visit the Adler Planetarium on select days where admission is free for Illinois residents.
Learn about different types of bears and their habitats
Join Ms. Frizzle’s assistant and friends on a wacky adventure inside the heart. Registration required.
Register in advance for a Minecraft session at the library.
All Illinois residents can visit MSI for free admission.
Explore the Chicago History Museum with no admission fees.
Drop in to meet homeschool families.
Enjoy free admission with a suggested household donation of $10.
Get creative at the library. Register in advance.
Explore the Chicago History Museum with no admission fees.
This program invites children and adults to explore the world through hands-on science activities.
Explore outdoors with the Forest Preserve District of Cook County.
Build with LEGOs as you're inspired by the movie.
Register in advance for discounted admission at these open play hours.
Join nature educators to explore Play & Grow Garden, play and build with natural materials, and learn how to use tools safely! We will also be staying warm with our toasty bonfire, making s’mores, and drinking hot chocolate (vegan and gluten free options available upon request). Activities will include: Fort Building fairy furniture Whammy Doodles...
Visit the nature center during feedtime to learn more about their animals.
All Illinois residents can visit MSI for free admission.
Visit the nature center during feedtime to learn more about their animals.
All Illinois residents can visit MSI for free admission.
Connect with other homeschool families at the library.
Pick up tickets in advance to read with therapy dogs.
All Illinois residents can visit MSI for free admission.
Explore the Chicago History Museum with no admission fees.
Visit the museum on the second Tuesday of the month for free admission.
Learn about animals with the help of residents of Misericordia.
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