The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

Located in Lincoln Park, the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum offers hands-on environmental exhibits and nature programs for visitors of all ages. Highlights include the Judy Istock Butterfly Haven, featuring hundreds of free-flying tropical butterflies, as well as interactive displays on regional wildlife and ecosystems. The museum also features outdoor walkways and nature trails for exploring local habitats.

Expert notes

• 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.

Features

• Exhibitions
• Family Fun
• Kids Friendly
• Lush
• People Watching
• Walking Around