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Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

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About Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

For over 160 years, the Chicago Academy of Sciences / Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum has provided Chicago-area children with a unique opportunity to explore the wonders of nature and science. With immersive exhibits, family events, conservation research and educational programs, the museum is guaranteed to spark the curiosity of all ages. The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Camps are the perfect way to immerse children in the wonders of nature and science. Campers will participate in interactive exploration that includes science and art projects, nature play, and animal encounters. The camp encourages campers to take the lead and provides them with the tools they need to explore the nature of Chicago at their own pace. The Chicago Academy of Sciences / Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum is dedicated to sparking a love of exploration and discovery in the next generation. With a variety of activities, projects, and events, the museum provides a unique and exciting opportunity for children to develop their critical thinking and social skills while learning about the world around them.

Programs

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Summer Day Camp
Four- and five-year-old campers will build on their natural curiosity to discover, explore, and learn about the world around them. In each unique camp session, campers will use observing and questioning skills to explore the Museum, local habitats and many living things nearby. As campers explore, investigate and play in our outdoor spaces, they will gain comfort and confidence in being outdoors.
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Winter CAMP
Six and seven-year-old campers will enhance their natural ability to explore, investigate, and question the world around them, discovering the many interactions and relationships that occur in nature. In each unique camp session, we'll spend our days investigating the many ways Chicago’s plants and animals adapt to survive our cold and snowy winters while outside on the Museum's grounds and inside the Museum exploring our exhibits and collections.

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🗺️ 2430 N Cannon Dr, Chicago, IL 60614 — open in Maps

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