Sponsored by Drury Lane Theatre.
Ignite your child’s sense of wonder and curiosity as we explore, experiment, and make discoveries in the natural world. Ages 4-5 w/adult.
A special program for little naturalists. Read a story, make a craft, and go on an adventure. Ages 3 to 6 with adult; siblings welcome. Tickets on a first come, first served basis starting at 9:30 am.
Bring your little one for open nature play time and help your children connect with nature. Enjoy stories, art, and exploration.
Wednesdays are Free Admission Days sponsored by RBC Wealth Management. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR NON-MEMBERS. The Chicago Botanic Garden offers a number of Free Admission Days for Illinois residents each year. Preregistration for nonmembers is required and will extend until the Garden is at capacity; parking fees apply. Visitors can preregister up to two months in advance for free admission days. For information...
Walk through our 1906 waycar (also called a caboose), and hear how it was first used on the rails and then by Brooks McCormick after its retirement. All ages; under 18 with an adult. Free. No registration. Questions? Call 630-580-7025.
DuSable Museum of African-American history is free to Illinois residents to visit on Wednesdays. We also give free admission to military and to first responders. That means Police, Fire, EMT’s. With valid ID. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.
Pokémon fans unite! We will play games and complete crafts, all with a Pokémon theme. For grades K - 4. Registration required.
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