What’s growing on the grounds of the Nature Museum? Our plant expert, Seth, is taking us on a tour in today’s episode of Curious By Nature! Click the thumbnail to check it […]
You are an artist!
Today is all about celebrating your inner artist! We’re learning how to make our own natural ink with local artist Salim Moore in our new episode of Curious By Nature! Click the thumbnail to […]
Let’s go on a five senses walk around North Pond!
There’s so much to experience on a nature walk! Today’s episode of Curious By Nature features camp director Nicole taking us on a senses walk around North Pond. What will we discover? Click […]
Are you curious about cockroaches?
Bug expert Allen is telling us all about cockroaches! Explore these amazing insects and learn the truth behind some cockroach rumors in today’s episode of Curious By Nature. How many body parts did Allen say […]
Hanging out with Kennicott the turtle!
Our pal Kennicott the box turtle is back for episode two of Curious By Nature! Learn all about what he eats, how he gets around, his shell, and more in today’s […]
It’s time for Curious By Nature!
It’s time for Curious By Nature!We’re excited to announce our new series, Curious By Nature! Click the thumbnail above to check out episode one, featuring local artist Katherine Lampert showing us […]
Do you ever wonder how a butterfly gets its colors? Or how turtles hibernate? Do you wonder how birds know where to migrate each year? For over 160 years, the Chicago Academy of Sciences / Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum has served a unique role in the city of Chicago connecting children of all ages to nature and science through immersive exhibits, fun family events, important conservation research and in-depth education programs, inspiring the wonder in all of us.