2430 N Cannon Dr, chicago
Museum, Greenery
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$10-$17
This family-friendly nature museum offers exhibits from live native animals to nature-inspired art, from toddler-friendly place spaces to dozens of exotic butterfly species; they are sure to entertain, educate, and excite guests of all ages. They have demonstrations with live animals and displays to engage the senses, which is excellent for children. There are also outside nature trails for families to indulge in nature.
Visitors can bring their food and eat at the designated area inside and outside with nature. Plenty of parking is available nearby.
- Get up close and personal with the butterflies in the Butterfly Haven.
- All the exhibits are very engaging and informative for kids.
- An excellent place for families with kids to visit and learn.
- Ten or more in the group are required to register in advance: https://forms.gle/c5SH5x61i8H6pLP28
- Nature Museum also offers summer/winter camps for the kids; visit https://www.naturemuseumcamp.org/ for more details.
- Check https://naturemuseum.org/events/ for special events.
- Admission ticket fees
- Children $10
- Youth $12
- Adults $17
- Senior citizens $12
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- Illinois Teachers, Active-duty service members with ID, and their families get free admission year-round.
- EBT Cardholders receive highly discounted entry.
- Visitors can pay whatever they prefer to pay on Suggested Donation Days. Check the suggested donation days calendar here: https://naturemuseum.org/plan-your-visit/hours/
- Discount for students and groups of 10 or more.
- Family Fun
- Lush
- Exhibitions
- Walking Around
- People Watching
- Kids Friendly
No Special Occasion Reservation available!
- Monday 10:00 am-4:00 pm
- Tuesday 10:00 am-4:00 pm
- Wednesday 10:00 am-4:00 pm
- Thursday 10:00 am-4:00 pm
- Friday 10:00 am-4:00 pm
- Saturday 10:00 am-4:00 pm
- Sunday 10:00 am-4:00 pm