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Animal encounter with The Natural Naturalist at Nature Museum

December 27, 2025 - December 27, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Animal encounter with The Natural Naturalist featuring a colorful parrot, highlighting the live animal ambassadors kids meet during the program

Location

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

2430 N Cannon Drive

Chicago, IL 60614

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Description

Kids can meet live animal ambassadors from around the world during this interactive program with The Natural Naturalist. Children will learn about and respectfully interact with animals like a hedgehog, snake and more. This one hour experience is best for ages 5 and up and includes time to explore the museum.

Event cost: Ticketed event, discounts available for members, Museums For All pricing available on request

Event times: 1 hour, Dec. 27 at 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.

Additional Information

Website: https://tickets.naturemuseum.org/events/0199c481-d2ab-3c1f-2152-1ee4880d6af9

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Toddlers

Neighborhood: Chicago

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