We’re continuing the theme of World Wildlife Day into today’s episode of Curious By Nature. Our senior director of collections, Dawn, is showcasing some special extinct and endangered species. Click the […]
Wings Transformed
In honor of Learn About Butterflies Day, we’re revisiting one of our past exhibits —Wings Transformed by Amy Perlmutter. This astounding exhibit featured photographs of monarch and morpho butterflies in […]
What Goes Into Making a Museum-Quality Taxidermy Mount or Study Skin?
Have you ever wondered what goes into making a museum-quality taxidermy mount or study skin? Nature Museum Volunteer Coordinator Annamarie Fadorsen gives you a glimpse into the detailed work that goes into it in this video.
Founder’s Week: Chicago Academy of Sciences Timeline Part I
Interested in learning more about the history of the Chicago Academy of Sciences? Then delve into this first part of our timeline spanning our history from 1856-1894!
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.