Did you know the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum is the public face of the Chicago Academy of Sciences? We are! The Chicago Academy of Sciences was founded on January 13, 1857 and has been dedicated to studying and sharing knowledge about local nature ever since, including opening the first public museum in Chicago in 1869!...
Watch out as you explore the Conservatory โ you may run into a Budding Botanists! on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00am to 3:00pm, Nature Educators will provide activities for kids of all ages at our Budding Botanists station. These programs are drop in and no preregistration is required. You can stop by and interact with...
Perform, watch, and be the director of your own story. Spot videos and films throughout the museum.
Enjoy family-friendly movies in Le Jardin while you warm up after skating at Cantignyโs ice rink, or just stop by for a meal and a movie! The movie will run every two hours, with showings starting at 11 am, 1, 3, 5 pm. Coloring pages will also be available for children while supplies last. Whether...
A special Family Storytime presented in Mandarin with stories, songs, and activities for all ages.
Donโt let cabin fever give your family the winter blues- enjoy some cheer with our Winter Bash to ring in the New Year! From games, activities, snacks and entertainment, this indoor event is sure to be a fun event for all ages! Bring your friends, family, and festive spirit.
Gather the whole family for a fun-filled winter day sampling a variety of unique hot cocoas and artisan coffees at your favorite Downtown Wheaton shops and restaurants! Altiro BABAM Ditka's Grill Five & Hoek Gia Mia Graham's Fine Chocolate & Ice Cream Images Med Spa Ivy Restaurant Kilwins Kimmerโs Ice Cream London Skye The Protein...
Join friends and friendly birds from the Great Lakes Pigeon Rescue to get up close and personal and learn about our feathered friends. Walk-ins and new friends always welcome!
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