Member Early Access
Nature Museum members can enjoy access to the museum 1 hour before the building opens to the public! Learn more about becoming a Nature Museum member, and the benefits of membership, here.
11:30am – Critter Connection | 12pm – Animal Feeding | 2pm – Butterfly Release
Nature Museum members can enjoy access to the museum 1 hour before the building opens to the public! Learn more about becoming a Nature Museum member, and the benefits of membership, here.
In Pond Walk by Nancy Elizabeth Wallace, Buddy is desperate to see a turtle. After reading the book, we will meet one of the Museum’s turtles and then head outside to have an adventure of our own. Just like Buddy and his mother, we will explore the pond looking for whirligig beetles, redwing blackbirds, and […]
Our team of skilled and friendly volunteers will be outside on the North Pond Casting Pier to teach both spin and fly casting to participants of all ages. As always, participation is on a first come, first serve basis and volunteers always do their best to accommodate everyone depending on demand. Please note, this program is weather permitting. This […]
Turtles, ducks, frogs and more! Discover the animals that call North Pond home. After searching for animals along the pond's edge, we will use nets and magnifiers to get a […]
Join us for a rejuvenating yoga class to start the weekend in the immersive exhibit My Journey into the Wilds of Chicago: An Exhibit of Photography & Storytelling. Students will leave […]
Join us for a rejuvenating class in the Judy Istock Butterfly Haven. Students will leave class feeling energized, balanced, and ready to take their practice off the mat and out into the world. BYO mat. Class takes place 8:30 to 9:45am. Must be 18 or older to participate. Must register online in advance; no drop-ins. […]