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Mysteries of the Marsh Tween Day Off Camp at Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

February 17 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Two young children observing aquatic exhibits in an interactive museum or aquarium, engaging in hands-on learning about marine life and ecosystems.

Photo credit: Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

Location

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

2430 N. Cannon Drive

Chicago, IL 60614

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Description

Campers ages 10-14 can use hands-on science tools and close observations while meeting some of the reptiles that live at the Nature Museum. Registration required.

Event cost: $80/member, $95/non-member

Event time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Feb. 17, 2025

Additional Information

Website: https://naturemuseum.org/camps

Age recommendation: Teens, Tweens

Neighborhood: Chicago

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