Saturday, April 22
Celebrate Earth Day at the Nature Museum! There’s something for everyone at this year’s celebration! Check out the day’s full list of activities below.
Daily Programs
11:30am Critter Connection · 12pm Animal Feeding · 2pm Butterfly Release
Special Programs
Volunteer with the Lincoln Park Conservancy
10am-12pm
Join the Lincoln Park Conservancy’s stewardship efforts this Earth Day. Participants must be at least 18 years old. Activities will include litter pick-up and weeding. More details about the day’s activities will be shared closer to the event. RSVP now to lend a hand!
Community Shredding & Electronics Recycling
10am-1pm
Join State Senator Sara Feigenholtz, State Representative Margaret Croke, and Alderman Timmy Knudsen for a community shred day in the Nature Museum paver lot. Bring your paper documents for shredding and electronics for recycling pick up. Visit Newtech E-Scrap Recycling for a list of accepted electronics.
Earth Day Family Event
1-4pm
Join us as we enjoy the best of what Mother Nature has to offer – the chance to explore, discover, get muddy and play! Grab a net and catch critters in the pond; make a mud pie; become an expert birder; build a fort and more. The opportunities are endless when you’re playing in Nature’s playground.
This is an outdoor event – come dressed for the weather and prepared to get a little (or a lot) dirty. Ticket price includes museum admission. All ages are welcome – this event is designed for families.
Museums for All pricing available upon request. Email programs@naturemuseum.org
