Nature Museum | Inspiring Nature Champions
The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum of the Chicago Academy of Sciences connects people to nature and science through exhibits, events, research & education.
Plan Your Visit - Nature Museum
The Nature Museum is open seven days a week from 10am to 4pm, with the exception of select days. Members can enjoy early access to the museum beginning at 9am on Sundays and Tuesdays. Join us on those mornings to experience all of your favorite exhibits an hour before the building opens to the public.
Nature Museum | Chicago Academy of Sciences
The Nature Museum has given visitors the opportunity to create an authentic connection to nature, and has provided the Academy with a new opportunity to build on its legacy of hands-on science education, scientific research, and citizen/community science.
Nature Museum | Host an Event
Bring the natural beauty of Lincoln Park to your next meeting or workshop by hosting it at the Nature Museum! Enjoy a stroll through the Judy Istock Butterfly Haven between breakout sessions, explore our Nature Trails during your lunch, and more!
Nature Museum | Butterfly Haven Yoga
Class takes place 8:30 to 9:45am. Must be 18 or older to participate. Must register online in advance; no drop-ins. Museum admission included in ticket price. Know Before You Go: Please arrive 5 minutes early to ensure class will start on time. Each guest must bring their own yoga mat and water bottle.
Exhibits - Nature Museum
From live animals to nature-inspired art, from toddler-friendly play spaces to dozens of exotic butterfly species, our exhibits are sure to entertain, educate, and excite guests of all ages. All exhibits are included with admission to the Nature Museum.
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
Get ready to experience our daily Butterfly Release, our indoor play area, and so much more! Access to our daily programs and all of our exhibits, including the Judy Istock Butterfly Haven and the Hawver and Lacy Families Nature's PlaySpace, is included with admission. Check out our upcoming events here.
Nature Museum | Conservation Research
The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum of the Chicago Academy of Sciences creates a positive relationship between people and nature to grow our region's…
Nature Museum | Nature-Inspired Digital Games
Enjoy exploring nature through digital, student-created games! In the spring of 2024, the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum served as the “client” for DePaul University’s Game Development II course where students develop skills in game design and development through the creation of a 2D digital game designed from a set of client based ...
Nature Museum | Partner Teacher Conference
Learning from Nature, Adapting our Teaching Saturday, January 25, 2025 | 9am – 3pm Breakfast and check in starts at 8:30am. Join us at the Nature Museum for this year’s Partner Teacher Conference as we explore the ways that adaptations in …