Explore the fascinating world of reptiles in this one-of-a-kind family-friendly exhibition! Combining original Field Museum science with live animals and engaging interactives, Reptiles Alive! offers ...

The Field Museum aims to inspire Chicagoland area teens and pre-teens to explore and protect the natural world. Our youth ...

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Juneteenth marks the celebration of the end of chattel slavery in the United States. On June 19, 1865, Union forces declared victory over the Confederacy and announced that all formerly enslaved ...

Visit a place right here in Chicago where the dinosaurs still roam and the natural world of scientific and cultural discovery is on full display.

Spark curiosity and inspire discovery through our educational programs, resources, and hands-on experiences for all ages. Get outside and explore the natural wonders local to Chiago and greater ...

Field trips are just the beginning—learn more about how the museum provides programs and resources for educators.

Use a poem to speculate about our early hominid relatives. Look for Eric in the Hominid Room of the Griffin Halls of Evolving Planet Imagine what it would feel like to stand next to a T. rex. Ponder ...

Filipino American History Month (FAHM) in October commemorates the first Filipinos to arrive in the continental United States at what is now Morro Bay, California on October 18, 1587. Celebrated in ...

Ready to explore the museum? Fuel your passion for discovery with dinosaurs, ancient objects, cultural insights, and groundbreaking science. Museum open daily, 9am-5pm, last entry 4pm. Closed on ...

All groups can enjoy special ticketed exhibitions, behind-the-scenes tours, and other limited-access activities. Select the experience your group would like to participate in as you fill out the ...

Carving of a mythological bird figure hints at origins of ancient religion Museum open daily, 9am-5pm, last entry 4pm. Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.