Illinois Residents receive FREE admission to the Museum of Contemporary Art. Usual Rates: Adults: $22 Students, teachers, and anyone 65+: $14 Note: Anyone under 18 is always FREE The following Discounts always apply as well: $3 tickets for up to six individuals when visitors present their LINK (EBT) Card as part of the Museums...
"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. Tickets for Free Days are only available to Illinois...
"For this week's PlayLab PlayDate, families with 2-6-year-olds are invited to a free, drop-in storytime celebrating SUE the Tyrannosaurus rex. This year the Field celebrates the 25th anniversary of SUE the T. rex’s arrival at the museum. Join us for an interactive read-aloud, celebrating SUE, the largest and most complete T. rex ever discovered. PlayLab PlayDates are free...
"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...
"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...
"Every Wednesday night we are open late, and free for Illinois residents! Join 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! Wednesday tickets include entry to the museum at one of the designated entry times,...
Illinois Residents can enjoy FREE admission to the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. A $10 suggested donation per household is greatly appreciated.
Morning Glories is a free, drop-in program designed for kids ages 0-3 and their caregivers! The lessons will follow themes of science and nature with modifications to focus on motor skill development, sensory exploration, and social interactions between families. A typical Morning Glories session can be expected to include story times, a sensory bin, lots...
Isn't it every kids dream to sleep in a museum? Well, you can! And the Museum of Science and Industry is one of the best museums out there. Snoozeums are for children ages 6-12 and their adult (18+) chaperones (one required for every five children). The per-person fee includes overnight admission with parking, hands-on science...
"Dinopalooza is back and bigger than ever! Come celebrate SUE at this Museum-wide dinosaur extravaganza featuring Field scientists sharing their work, paleoart crafts, face painting, special tours, and so much more! This year the Field Museum is partnering with iHeart Radio to bring Dino Derby to the Museum’s North Lawn! Dino Derby is a foot...
For more than four decades, runners of all levels and abilities have supported Lincoln Park Zoo with Run for the Zoo! Run for the Zoo makes it easy for anyone, from toddlers to elite athletes, to help support their favorite species at the zoo and save them in the wild. 5K Run/Walk begins at 7:30...
Illinois Residents receive FREE admission to the Museum of Contemporary Art. Usual Rates: Adults: $22 Students, teachers, and anyone 65+: $14 Note: Anyone under 18 is always FREE The following Discounts always apply as well: $3 tickets for up to six individuals when visitors present their LINK (EBT) Card as part of the Museums...
"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. Exclusive access for registrants 9-10am. Tickets include museum admission for the day. Exhibits and experiences modified to be low...
"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. Tickets for Free Days are only available to Illinois...
"For this week's PlayLab PlayDate, families with 2-6 year olds are invited to a free, drop-in storytime session hosted by the Chicago Public Library (CPL). Throughout this interactive storytime, CPL readers will feature stories and activities honoring PRIDE Month. PlayLab PlayDates are free to museum guests, don’t require pre-registration, and take place on IL Resident...
"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...
"Every Wednesday night we are open late, and free for Illinois residents! Join 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! Wednesday tickets include entry to the museum at one of the designated entry times,...
"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...
Illinois Residents can enjoy FREE admission to the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. A $10 suggested donation per household is greatly appreciated.
"Are you up for the challenge of decoding the Mysteries of the Marsh? Use hands-on science tools and close observations while meeting some of the reptiles that live at the Nature Museum. Explore the conservation work of our scientists, while collaborating with your peers to solve puzzles and riddles to learn more about Illinois wetlands....
Morning Glories is a free, drop-in program designed for kids ages 0-3 and their caregivers! The lessons will follow themes of science and nature with modifications to focus on motor skill development, sensory exploration, and social interactions between families. A typical Morning Glories session can be expected to include story times, a sensory bin, lots...
"Led by Adler Teens and in collaboration with Lincoln Park Zoo and Enlace Chicago, this all-ages, family-friendly event will explore themes of light pollution, urban wildlife, and—in true Adler fashion—the wonders of the night sky. Join us for: Telescope Viewing Guided Light Pollution Walk Hands-On Activities Live Mariachi Band Guided Bat Exploration Walk Don’t forget...
"Join our friends at Brain to Belly Kids Yoga for a cozy storybook yoga class with your family! This imaginative yoga class will flow through a sequence of fun and creative poses that embody the story; bringing literature to life. BBKY is a mobile yoga + mindfulness company founded by educators and dedicated to nurturing...
"This week there will be a special Monday storytime session in honor of Pollinator Week (June 16 to 22). Families with 2-6 year olds are invited to a free, drop-in storytime session with guests Librarian Megan and Scientist Nicole that will leave you buzzing with excitement. This event will take place in the Rice Native Gardens...
Illinois Residents receive FREE admission to the Museum of Contemporary Art. Usual Rates: Adults: $22 Students, teachers, and anyone 65+: $14 Note: Anyone under 18 is always FREE The following Discounts always apply as well: $3 tickets for up to six individuals when visitors present their LINK (EBT) Card as part of the Museums...
"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. Tickets for Free Days are only available to Illinois...
"For this week's PlayLab PlayDate, families with 2-6 year olds are invited to a free, drop-in storytime session celebrating Juneteenth. Throughout this interactive read aloud, a guest reader from the museum will share more about the significance and history of Juneteenth. PlayLab PlayDates are free to museum guests, don’t require pre-registration, and take place on...
"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...
"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...
"Every Wednesday night we are open late, and free for Illinois residents! Join 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! Wednesday tickets include entry to the museum at one of the designated entry times,...
Illinois Residents can enjoy FREE admission to the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. A $10 suggested donation per household is greatly appreciated.
Morning Glories is a free, drop-in program designed for kids ages 0-3 and their caregivers! The lessons will follow themes of science and nature with modifications to focus on motor skill development, sensory exploration, and social interactions between families. A typical Morning Glories session can be expected to include story times, a sensory bin, lots...
Celebrate all things MESSY. Outdoor Activities: BIG Pendulum Painting Paint BIG with a pendulum that’s bigger than the painter Mud Kitchen Make delicious, dirt dishes in a messy, mud kitchen Shaving Cream Block Building Build slippery structures in shaving cream block building Kid Wash Station Spray and scrub the mess away before you enter the...
Illinois Residents receive FREE admission to the Museum of Contemporary Art. Usual Rates: Adults: $22 Students, teachers, and anyone 65+: $14 Note: Anyone under 18 is always FREE The following Discounts always apply as well: $3 tickets for up to six individuals when visitors present their LINK (EBT) Card as part of the Museums...
"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. Tickets for Free Days are only available to Illinois...
"For this week's PlayLab PlayDate, families with 2-6 year olds are invited to a free, drop-in storytime session with a reptile scientist. Stop by the PlayLab for an interactive read aloud session and reptile exploration celebrating the opening of the new exhibit, Reptiles Alive! PlayLab PlayDates are free to museum guests, don’t require pre-registration, and take...
"Every Wednesday night we are open late, and free for Illinois residents! Join 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! Wednesday tickets include entry to the museum at one of the designated entry times,...
"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...
"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...
Illinois Residents can enjoy FREE admission to the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. A $10 suggested donation per household is greatly appreciated.
Illinois Residents receive FREE admission to the Museum of Contemporary Art. Usual Rates: Adults: $22 Students, teachers, and anyone 65+: $14 Note: Anyone under 18 is always FREE The following Discounts always apply as well: $3 tickets for up to six individuals when visitors present their LINK (EBT) Card as part of the Museums...
"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. Tickets for Free Days are only available to Illinois...
"For this week's PlayLab PlayDate, families with 2-6-year-olds are invited to a free, drop-in storytime celebrating SUE the Tyrannosaurus rex. This year the Field celebrates the 25th anniversary of SUE the T. rex’s arrival at the museum. Join us for an interactive read-aloud, celebrating SUE, the largest and most complete T. rex ever discovered. PlayLab PlayDates are free to...
"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...
"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...
"Every Wednesday night we are open late, and free for Illinois residents! Join 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! Wednesday tickets include entry to the museum at one of the designated entry times,...
Illinois Residents can enjoy FREE admission to the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. A $10 suggested donation per household is greatly appreciated.
"Start your engines and come on down to the Field Museum for the Race Against Extinction! Our wildlife needs you to help them beat the extinction clock, so gather your pit crew and join us for an evening in the high-speed world of conservation. Choose your wild racer from the Conservation Cup Series lineup and...