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SUMMARY:Calm Waters at the Shedd Aquarium
DESCRIPTION:Calm Waters is an exclusive event for guests with disabilities and Veterans to explore Shedd Aquarium’s exhibits and experiences in a comfortable and accepting environment. Modifications for this event will include limited capacity and streamlined entry with advance registration. \nModifications for Calm Waters Include: \n\nLimited capacity and streamlined entry with advance registration\nA low-sensory animal spotlight with American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation\nAn animal encounter opportunity\nComplimentary 4D Experiences during the event\n\nFamily members and companions are welcome.
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/calm-waters-at-the-shedd-aquarium-3/
LOCATION:Shedd Aquarium\, 1200 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr\, Chicago\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Sensory Friendly
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SUMMARY:Free Admission at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
DESCRIPTION:Illinois Residents can enjoy FREE admission to the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. A $10 suggested donation per household is greatly appreciated.
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/free-admission-at-the-peggy-notebaert-nature-museum-7/2025-10-02/
LOCATION:Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum\, 2430 N Cannon Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Nature,Science
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SUMMARY:FREE Adler at Night Admission for Illinois Residents
DESCRIPTION:“Every Wednesday night we are open late\, and free for Illinois residents! \nJoin us after work\, school or for date night at the Adler Planetarium you’ll find hands-on\, minds-on activities\, experiences\, and shows about the universe that will blow your mind! \nWednesday tickets include entry to the museum at one of the designated entry times\, 4:00 pm or 7:00 pm (last admission 9:00 pm). You may enter anytime after your chosen entry time\, and up to the next designated entry time. \nBest of all? Every Wednesday is free Museum Entry for Illinois residents with proof of residency! To show proof of residency\, you can use a valid Illinois driver’s license or photo ID\, Illinois student ID with photo\, or a photo ID plus a document (utility bill\, lease\, etc.) that shows your name and Illinois address. \nAll tickets must be bought online and you must choose a designated entry time\, in advance of your visit. All sales are final. Book your tickets for Adler at Night if you’re an Illinois resident or non-Illinois resident.” \n-Details provided by the Adler Planetarium Website
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/free-adler-at-night-admission-for-illinois-residents/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:Adler Planetarium\, 1300 S Dusable Lake Shore Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Museum,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251001T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251001T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T002625
CREATED:20250520T180939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T180939Z
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SUMMARY:Wild Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:“Wild Wednesdays are back for the season at Garfield Park Conservatory! Join Family Programs staff outdoors in Play and Grow Garden for free\, drop-in activities\, such as fort building\, bug hunts\, chalk drawing\, and more! Find us every Wednesday evening from 4:00-7:30 pm. Just head outside through our Desert House doors and follow the giant bubbles! \nThis program is included in all reservations to visit the Conservatory\, book your reservation ahead of time here: here (link opens in a new tab) \nFamily programs are supported in part by Peoples Gas Community Fund\, Dr. Scholls Foundation  and PNC” \n-Description from the Garfield Park Conservatory Website
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/wild-wednesdays-2/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:Garfield Park Conservatory\, 300 N Central Park Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60624\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Nature,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251001T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251001T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T002625
CREATED:20250524T114333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250524T114333Z
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SUMMARY:Art After Dark
DESCRIPTION:“Join GPCA’s Nature Educators on Wednesday evenings to explore and discover together! This program runs every week from 4-7:30pm. This free\, drop in program is designed for kids and families ages 4 and up. Activities will follow themes of nature and science\, but with a special focus on learning\, processing\, and making personal connections to subject matter through art. Families can enjoy open-ended collaborative or individual projects\, nature journal prompts inspired by the Conservatory collection and conversations about Chicago’s ecosystems and our place in them\, in a calm and inviting atmosphere! \nThis program is included in all reservations to visit the Conservatory\, book your reservation ahead of time here: here (link opens in a new tab) \nFamily programs are supported in part by Peoples Gas Community Fund\, The Dr. Scholl Foundation and PNC.” \n-Description from the Garfield Park Conservatory Website
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/art-after-dark/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:Garfield Park Conservatory\, 300 N Central Park Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60624\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Free,Nature,Science
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251001T173000
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CREATED:20250727T125007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T125007Z
UID:10004437-1759311000-1759339800@chiwithkids.com
SUMMARY:FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
DESCRIPTION:The Museum of Industry will be FREE for Illinois Residents today. You can reserve your tickets online\, and the discount is applied at checkout. 
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/free-illinois-resident-day-at-the-griffin-museum-of-science-and-industry-21/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:Griffin Museum of Science and Industry\, 5700 S Dusable Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637
CATEGORIES:Free,Science
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CREATED:20240614T112931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240623T015828Z
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SUMMARY:Free Resident Day at the Field Museum
DESCRIPTION:“Free Admission Days are the perfect opportunity for Illinois residents to explore our general admission exhibitions with your family or a group of science-loving friends. Or\, use these days to check out special ticketed exhibitions or a 3D movie with a discounted Discovery or All-Access Pass. \nTickets for Free Days are only available to Illinois residents on-site and cannot be reserved in advance. Please ask a Visitor Services staff member for the special offer and show your Illinois proof of residency. You cannot take advantage of Free Days when buying tickets online.” -From the Field Museum Website
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/free-resident-day-at-the-field-museum-44-2/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:Field Museum\, 1400 S Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Museum,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T170000
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CREATED:20240702T122429Z
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SUMMARY:Free Admission for Illinois Residents at the Museum of Contemporary Art
DESCRIPTION:Illinois Residents receive FREE admission to the Museum of Contemporary Art. \nUsual Rates: \n\n\n\n\nAdults: $22\nStudents\, teachers\, and anyone 65+: $14\n\nNote: Anyone under 18 is always FREE \n\n\n\n  \nThe following Discounts always apply as well: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n$3 tickets for up to six individuals when visitors present their LINK (EBT) Card as part of the Museums for All program. \nFree Admission\nAdmission is free every day for: \n\nIllinois elementary and high school teachers. Simply present a valid teacher ID at the admissions desk. If you’re planning on visiting with your class\, please visit our School programs page for more information.\nVisitors with disabilities and their caregivers.\nActive members of the military\, police\, and fire departments and veterans as well as their families (with ID).\nAnyone 18 and under.\nMCA Members.
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/free-admission-for-illinois-residents-at-the-museum-of-contemporary-art/2025-09-30/
LOCATION:Museum of Contemporary Art\, 220 E Chicago Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Free,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T002625
CREATED:20250727T124930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T124930Z
UID:10004435-1759224600-1759253400@chiwithkids.com
SUMMARY:FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
DESCRIPTION:The Museum of Industry will be FREE for Illinois Residents today. You can reserve your tickets online\, and the discount is applied at checkout. 
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/free-illinois-resident-day-at-the-griffin-museum-of-science-and-industry-20/2025-09-30/
LOCATION:Griffin Museum of Science and Industry\, 5700 S Dusable Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637
CATEGORIES:Free,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250929T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250929T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T002625
CREATED:20250727T124845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T124845Z
UID:10004433-1759138200-1759167000@chiwithkids.com
SUMMARY:FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
DESCRIPTION:The Museum of Industry will be FREE for Illinois Residents today. You can reserve your tickets online\, and the discount is applied at checkout. 
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/free-illinois-resident-day-at-the-griffin-museum-of-science-and-industry-19/
LOCATION:Griffin Museum of Science and Industry\, 5700 S Dusable Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637
CATEGORIES:Free,Science
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T002625
CREATED:20240617T114248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T114248Z
UID:10003129-1758794400-1758816000@chiwithkids.com
SUMMARY:Free Admission at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
DESCRIPTION:Illinois Residents can enjoy FREE admission to the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. A $10 suggested donation per household is greatly appreciated.
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/free-admission-at-the-peggy-notebaert-nature-museum-7/2025-09-25/
LOCATION:Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum\, 2430 N Cannon Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Nature,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T220000
DTSTAMP:20260423T002625
CREATED:20250520T172704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T172704Z
UID:10004206-1758729600-1758751200@chiwithkids.com
SUMMARY:FREE Adler at Night Admission for Illinois Residents
DESCRIPTION:“Every Wednesday night we are open late\, and free for Illinois residents! \nJoin us after work\, school or for date night at the Adler Planetarium you’ll find hands-on\, minds-on activities\, experiences\, and shows about the universe that will blow your mind! \nWednesday tickets include entry to the museum at one of the designated entry times\, 4:00 pm or 7:00 pm (last admission 9:00 pm). You may enter anytime after your chosen entry time\, and up to the next designated entry time. \nBest of all? Every Wednesday is free Museum Entry for Illinois residents with proof of residency! To show proof of residency\, you can use a valid Illinois driver’s license or photo ID\, Illinois student ID with photo\, or a photo ID plus a document (utility bill\, lease\, etc.) that shows your name and Illinois address. \nAll tickets must be bought online and you must choose a designated entry time\, in advance of your visit. All sales are final. Book your tickets for Adler at Night if you’re an Illinois resident or non-Illinois resident.” \n-Details provided by the Adler Planetarium Website
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/free-adler-at-night-admission-for-illinois-residents/2025-09-24/
LOCATION:Adler Planetarium\, 1300 S Dusable Lake Shore Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Museum,Science
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T002625
CREATED:20250520T180939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T180939Z
UID:10004272-1758729600-1758742200@chiwithkids.com
SUMMARY:Wild Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:“Wild Wednesdays are back for the season at Garfield Park Conservatory! Join Family Programs staff outdoors in Play and Grow Garden for free\, drop-in activities\, such as fort building\, bug hunts\, chalk drawing\, and more! Find us every Wednesday evening from 4:00-7:30 pm. Just head outside through our Desert House doors and follow the giant bubbles! \nThis program is included in all reservations to visit the Conservatory\, book your reservation ahead of time here: here (link opens in a new tab) \nFamily programs are supported in part by Peoples Gas Community Fund\, Dr. Scholls Foundation  and PNC” \n-Description from the Garfield Park Conservatory Website
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/wild-wednesdays-2/2025-09-24/
LOCATION:Garfield Park Conservatory\, 300 N Central Park Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60624\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Nature,Science
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T002625
CREATED:20250524T114333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250524T114333Z
UID:10004292-1758729600-1758740400@chiwithkids.com
SUMMARY:Art After Dark
DESCRIPTION:“Join GPCA’s Nature Educators on Wednesday evenings to explore and discover together! This program runs every week from 4-7:30pm. This free\, drop in program is designed for kids and families ages 4 and up. Activities will follow themes of nature and science\, but with a special focus on learning\, processing\, and making personal connections to subject matter through art. Families can enjoy open-ended collaborative or individual projects\, nature journal prompts inspired by the Conservatory collection and conversations about Chicago’s ecosystems and our place in them\, in a calm and inviting atmosphere! \nThis program is included in all reservations to visit the Conservatory\, book your reservation ahead of time here: here (link opens in a new tab) \nFamily programs are supported in part by Peoples Gas Community Fund\, The Dr. Scholl Foundation and PNC.” \n-Description from the Garfield Park Conservatory Website
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/art-after-dark/2025-09-24/
LOCATION:Garfield Park Conservatory\, 300 N Central Park Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60624\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Free,Nature,Science
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T002625
CREATED:20250727T124818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T124818Z
UID:10004432-1758706200-1758735000@chiwithkids.com
SUMMARY:FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
DESCRIPTION:The Museum of Industry will be FREE for Illinois Residents today. You can reserve your tickets online\, and the discount is applied at checkout. 
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/free-illinois-resident-day-at-the-griffin-museum-of-science-and-industry-18/2025-09-24/
LOCATION:Griffin Museum of Science and Industry\, 5700 S Dusable Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637
CATEGORIES:Free,Science
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T002625
CREATED:20240614T112931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240623T015828Z
UID:10003454-1758704400-1758733200@chiwithkids.com
SUMMARY:Free Resident Day at the Field Museum
DESCRIPTION:“Free Admission Days are the perfect opportunity for Illinois residents to explore our general admission exhibitions with your family or a group of science-loving friends. Or\, use these days to check out special ticketed exhibitions or a 3D movie with a discounted Discovery or All-Access Pass. \nTickets for Free Days are only available to Illinois residents on-site and cannot be reserved in advance. Please ask a Visitor Services staff member for the special offer and show your Illinois proof of residency. You cannot take advantage of Free Days when buying tickets online.” -From the Field Museum Website
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/free-resident-day-at-the-field-museum-44-2/2025-09-24/
LOCATION:Field Museum\, 1400 S Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Museum,Science
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T002625
CREATED:20240702T122429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T111703Z
UID:10004360-1758646800-1758661200@chiwithkids.com
SUMMARY:Free Admission for Illinois Residents at the Museum of Contemporary Art
DESCRIPTION:Illinois Residents receive FREE admission to the Museum of Contemporary Art. \nUsual Rates: \n\n\n\n\nAdults: $22\nStudents\, teachers\, and anyone 65+: $14\n\nNote: Anyone under 18 is always FREE \n\n\n\n  \nThe following Discounts always apply as well: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n$3 tickets for up to six individuals when visitors present their LINK (EBT) Card as part of the Museums for All program. \nFree Admission\nAdmission is free every day for: \n\nIllinois elementary and high school teachers. Simply present a valid teacher ID at the admissions desk. If you’re planning on visiting with your class\, please visit our School programs page for more information.\nVisitors with disabilities and their caregivers.\nActive members of the military\, police\, and fire departments and veterans as well as their families (with ID).\nAnyone 18 and under.\nMCA Members.
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/free-admission-for-illinois-residents-at-the-museum-of-contemporary-art/2025-09-23/
LOCATION:Museum of Contemporary Art\, 220 E Chicago Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Free,Museum
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T002625
CREATED:20250727T124755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T124755Z
UID:10004430-1758619800-1758648600@chiwithkids.com
SUMMARY:FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
DESCRIPTION:The Museum of Industry will be FREE for Illinois Residents today. You can reserve your tickets online\, and the discount is applied at checkout. 
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/free-illinois-resident-day-at-the-griffin-museum-of-science-and-industry-17/2025-09-23/
LOCATION:Griffin Museum of Science and Industry\, 5700 S Dusable Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637
CATEGORIES:Free,Science
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250922T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T002625
CREATED:20250727T124708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T124708Z
UID:10004428-1758533400-1758562200@chiwithkids.com
SUMMARY:FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
DESCRIPTION:The Museum of Industry will be FREE for Illinois Residents today. You can reserve your tickets online\, and the discount is applied at checkout. 
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/free-illinois-resident-day-at-the-griffin-museum-of-science-and-industry-16/
LOCATION:Griffin Museum of Science and Industry\, 5700 S Dusable Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637
CATEGORIES:Free,Science
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T002625
CREATED:20240617T114248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T114248Z
UID:10003128-1758189600-1758211200@chiwithkids.com
SUMMARY:Free Admission at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
DESCRIPTION:Illinois Residents can enjoy FREE admission to the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. A $10 suggested donation per household is greatly appreciated.
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/free-admission-at-the-peggy-notebaert-nature-museum-7/2025-09-18/
LOCATION:Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum\, 2430 N Cannon Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Nature,Science
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T220000
DTSTAMP:20260423T002625
CREATED:20250520T172704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T172704Z
UID:10004205-1758124800-1758146400@chiwithkids.com
SUMMARY:FREE Adler at Night Admission for Illinois Residents
DESCRIPTION:“Every Wednesday night we are open late\, and free for Illinois residents! \nJoin us after work\, school or for date night at the Adler Planetarium you’ll find hands-on\, minds-on activities\, experiences\, and shows about the universe that will blow your mind! \nWednesday tickets include entry to the museum at one of the designated entry times\, 4:00 pm or 7:00 pm (last admission 9:00 pm). You may enter anytime after your chosen entry time\, and up to the next designated entry time. \nBest of all? Every Wednesday is free Museum Entry for Illinois residents with proof of residency! To show proof of residency\, you can use a valid Illinois driver’s license or photo ID\, Illinois student ID with photo\, or a photo ID plus a document (utility bill\, lease\, etc.) that shows your name and Illinois address. \nAll tickets must be bought online and you must choose a designated entry time\, in advance of your visit. All sales are final. Book your tickets for Adler at Night if you’re an Illinois resident or non-Illinois resident.” \n-Details provided by the Adler Planetarium Website
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/free-adler-at-night-admission-for-illinois-residents/2025-09-17/
LOCATION:Adler Planetarium\, 1300 S Dusable Lake Shore Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Museum,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T002625
CREATED:20250520T180939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T180939Z
UID:10004271-1758124800-1758137400@chiwithkids.com
SUMMARY:Wild Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:“Wild Wednesdays are back for the season at Garfield Park Conservatory! Join Family Programs staff outdoors in Play and Grow Garden for free\, drop-in activities\, such as fort building\, bug hunts\, chalk drawing\, and more! Find us every Wednesday evening from 4:00-7:30 pm. Just head outside through our Desert House doors and follow the giant bubbles! \nThis program is included in all reservations to visit the Conservatory\, book your reservation ahead of time here: here (link opens in a new tab) \nFamily programs are supported in part by Peoples Gas Community Fund\, Dr. Scholls Foundation  and PNC” \n-Description from the Garfield Park Conservatory Website
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/wild-wednesdays-2/2025-09-17/
LOCATION:Garfield Park Conservatory\, 300 N Central Park Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60624\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Nature,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T002625
CREATED:20250524T114333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250524T114333Z
UID:10004291-1758124800-1758135600@chiwithkids.com
SUMMARY:Art After Dark
DESCRIPTION:“Join GPCA’s Nature Educators on Wednesday evenings to explore and discover together! This program runs every week from 4-7:30pm. This free\, drop in program is designed for kids and families ages 4 and up. Activities will follow themes of nature and science\, but with a special focus on learning\, processing\, and making personal connections to subject matter through art. Families can enjoy open-ended collaborative or individual projects\, nature journal prompts inspired by the Conservatory collection and conversations about Chicago’s ecosystems and our place in them\, in a calm and inviting atmosphere! \nThis program is included in all reservations to visit the Conservatory\, book your reservation ahead of time here: here (link opens in a new tab) \nFamily programs are supported in part by Peoples Gas Community Fund\, The Dr. Scholl Foundation and PNC.” \n-Description from the Garfield Park Conservatory Website
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/art-after-dark/2025-09-17/
LOCATION:Garfield Park Conservatory\, 300 N Central Park Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60624\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Free,Nature,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T002625
CREATED:20250727T124633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T124633Z
UID:10004427-1758101400-1758130200@chiwithkids.com
SUMMARY:FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
DESCRIPTION:The Museum of Industry will be FREE for Illinois Residents today. You can reserve your tickets online\, and the discount is applied at checkout. 
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/free-illinois-resident-day-at-the-griffin-museum-of-science-and-industry-15/2025-09-17/
LOCATION:Griffin Museum of Science and Industry\, 5700 S Dusable Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637
CATEGORIES:Free,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T002625
CREATED:20240614T112931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240623T015828Z
UID:10003453-1758099600-1758128400@chiwithkids.com
SUMMARY:Free Resident Day at the Field Museum
DESCRIPTION:“Free Admission Days are the perfect opportunity for Illinois residents to explore our general admission exhibitions with your family or a group of science-loving friends. Or\, use these days to check out special ticketed exhibitions or a 3D movie with a discounted Discovery or All-Access Pass. \nTickets for Free Days are only available to Illinois residents on-site and cannot be reserved in advance. Please ask a Visitor Services staff member for the special offer and show your Illinois proof of residency. You cannot take advantage of Free Days when buying tickets online.” -From the Field Museum Website
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/free-resident-day-at-the-field-museum-44-2/2025-09-17/
LOCATION:Field Museum\, 1400 S Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Museum,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T002625
CREATED:20250517T203010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T203010Z
UID:10004152-1758099600-1758110400@chiwithkids.com
SUMMARY:Sensory Friendly Morning at Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
DESCRIPTION:“Join us at the Nature Museum for a sensory friendly morning event for guests with disabilities and Veterans to explore our exhibits and experiences in a relaxed and accepting environment with their family members and companions. \nExclusive access for registrants 9-10am. Tickets include museum admission for the day. Exhibits and experiences modified to be low sensory until noon. \nModifications for our Sensory Friendly Morning include: \n\n\nLimited capacity with advanced registration \n\n\nExhibits modified for lower light and sound stimuli \n\n\nSensory friendly critter connections & first flight butterfly release \n\n\n\nAccessibility supports available year-round: \n\n\nSensory kits \n\n\nQuiet room for sensory breaks \n\n\nAnd more” \n\n\n-Description from the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Website
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/sensory-friendly-morning-at-peggy-notebaert-nature-museum-4/
LOCATION:Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum\, 2430 N Cannon Dr\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Nature,Science,Sensory Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T002625
CREATED:20240702T122429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T111703Z
UID:10004359-1758042000-1758056400@chiwithkids.com
SUMMARY:Free Admission for Illinois Residents at the Museum of Contemporary Art
DESCRIPTION:Illinois Residents receive FREE admission to the Museum of Contemporary Art. \nUsual Rates: \n\n\n\n\nAdults: $22\nStudents\, teachers\, and anyone 65+: $14\n\nNote: Anyone under 18 is always FREE \n\n\n\n  \nThe following Discounts always apply as well: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n$3 tickets for up to six individuals when visitors present their LINK (EBT) Card as part of the Museums for All program. \nFree Admission\nAdmission is free every day for: \n\nIllinois elementary and high school teachers. Simply present a valid teacher ID at the admissions desk. If you’re planning on visiting with your class\, please visit our School programs page for more information.\nVisitors with disabilities and their caregivers.\nActive members of the military\, police\, and fire departments and veterans as well as their families (with ID).\nAnyone 18 and under.\nMCA Members.
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/free-admission-for-illinois-residents-at-the-museum-of-contemporary-art/2025-09-16/
LOCATION:Museum of Contemporary Art\, 220 E Chicago Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Free,Museum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T002625
CREATED:20250727T124610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T124610Z
UID:10004425-1758015000-1758043800@chiwithkids.com
SUMMARY:FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
DESCRIPTION:The Museum of Industry will be FREE for Illinois Residents today. You can reserve your tickets online\, and the discount is applied at checkout. 
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/free-illinois-resident-day-at-the-griffin-museum-of-science-and-industry-14/2025-09-16/
LOCATION:Griffin Museum of Science and Industry\, 5700 S Dusable Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637
CATEGORIES:Free,Science
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250915T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250915T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T002625
CREATED:20250727T124550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T124550Z
UID:10004423-1757928600-1757957400@chiwithkids.com
SUMMARY:FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
DESCRIPTION:The Museum of Industry will be FREE for Illinois Residents today. You can reserve your tickets online\, and the discount is applied at checkout. 
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/free-illinois-resident-day-at-the-griffin-museum-of-science-and-industry-13/2025-09-15/
LOCATION:Griffin Museum of Science and Industry\, 5700 S Dusable Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637
CATEGORIES:Free,Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T173000
DTSTAMP:20260423T002625
CREATED:20250727T124204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T124204Z
UID:10004421-1757842200-1757871000@chiwithkids.com
SUMMARY:FREE Illinois Resident Day at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
DESCRIPTION:The Museum of Industry will be FREE for Illinois Residents today. You can reserve your tickets online\, and the discount is applied at checkout. 
URL:https://chiwithkids.com/event/free-illinois-resident-day-at-the-griffin-museum-of-science-and-industry-12/2025-09-14/
LOCATION:Griffin Museum of Science and Industry\, 5700 S Dusable Lake Shore Drive\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637
CATEGORIES:Free,Science
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