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Zoo Adventure Passport (ZAP)! Conservation Science Adventures Drop-In at Trailside Museum of Natural History

April 05 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Location

Trailside Museum of Natural History

738 Thatcher Ave.

River Forest, IL 60305

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Description

Families can drop in and explore Trailside Museum. They'll explore play-based learning, nature crafts and discovery with the help of the community engagement team of Brookfield Zoo Chicago. For all ages. No registration needed.

Event cost: Free

Event time: 10 a.m.-noon April 5, 2025

Additional Information

Website: https://fpdcc.com/event/zoo-adventure-passport-zap-conservation-science-adventures-drop-in/

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

Neighborhood: Western Suburbs

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