Chicago Nature Events

Saturday, Mar 17 10:00a
Shedd Aquarium, Chicago

Thursday, Feb 23 7:00p
Millennium Park, Chicago
The observatory is open when NIU is in session. While the observatory will be open on cloudy days, it is much better to visit when the skies are clear.

Saturday, Feb 18 10:00a
Millennium Park, Chicago
Kicking off Chicago's winter season, the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink in Millennium Park will open on Friday, November 18, 2011 and will remain open through Sunday, March 11, 2012, weather permitting.

Saturday, Apr 7 10:00a
Oak Park Conservatory, Oak Park
Visit the Exploration Station every Saturday morning plus school holidays from 10:00 noon, September May.

Saturday, Apr 14 10:00a
Oak Park Conservatory, Oak Park
Visit the Exploration Station every Saturday morning plus school holidays from 10:00 noon, September May.

Saturday, Apr 21 10:00a
Oak Park Conservatory, Oak Park
Visit the Exploration Station every Saturday morning plus school holidays from 10:00 noon, September May.

Saturday, Apr 28 10:00a
Oak Park Conservatory, Oak Park
Visit the Exploration Station every Saturday morning plus school holidays from 10:00 noon, September May.

Saturday, Feb 18 10:00a
Oak Park Conservatory, Oak Park
Visit the Exploration Station every Saturday morning plus school holidays from 10:00 noon, September May.

Friday, Feb 24 9:00p
Dearborn Observatory, Evanston
The Dearborn Observatory is open for public observing with the historic 18.5" refracting telescope every Friday night from 9-10 pm.

Saturday, Feb 18 10:00a
The Grove, Glenview
Follow the giant bear tracks to find a big surprise! Feel a bearskin rug and touch some real bear claws and teeth!