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Sensory Friendly Morning at Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

December 17, 2025 - December 17, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Location

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

2430 N Cannon Drive

Chicago, IL 60614

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Description

This sensory friendly program offers lower lights, reduced sound and limited capacity for a calmer museum experience. Families can explore exhibits with exclusive access during the first hour and enjoy gentle critter connections and a butterfly release. Registration is required.

Event cost: Free (includes museum admission)

Event times: 9 a.m.–noon Dec. 17; exclusive access 9-10 a.m.

Additional Information

Website: https://tickets.naturemuseum.org/events/2373ee15-add0-fe29-d3bc-ae36ed2b0d9a

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

Neighborhood: Chicago

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