Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

Immerse yourself in the Judy Istock Butterfly Haven , a tropical greenhouse on the 2nd floor, which has hundreds of butterflies !

Located in Lincoln Park , this truly is a "hands on" experience with all sorts of displays. You can learn about wetland animals and how the Chicago rivers were created. Fun for all!

Check out Nature on Tap , the last Tuesday of every month from 6 to 9:30 p.m., to awaken your inner child. This is an adults-only event that includes admission to all exhibits and local craft beer . Read more

They have a farmers market on the weekends that has a wealth of local food and produce. I love stopping here during walks.

The butterfly exhibit is great, and free parking in front of the museum . Great "Green Theme" museum . There are so many things to like.

The butterfly haven is a great escape from cold Chicago winters , and the museum is especially good for families with children.

This place is so beautiful to walk around, inside and out. I came with a friend and learned a bunch! It's not just for kids!

The Judy Istock Butterfly Haven at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum is nominated for Best Brush with Nature in our Hipsqueak Awards, vote now at timeoutchicagokids.com/awards!

Great place to visit the nature in the city ! Loved the butterfly room!

The butterfly house is a winter haven. Kids will love the water play area and the kids area . The changing exhibits upstairs are usually great.

Kids under 3 are always free. Get in free on Thursdays (donations are encouraged but not necessary). Explore the relationship between people and nature here. Read more

Make sure to check out the butterfly haven. The brighter the day, the more active the butterflies .

Nice place to spend time with your family. Where kids can learn something new about the nature.

Every kind of natural beauty for kids. Especially in Chicago winter

Visit the butterfly haven at 2 pm to see the new butterflies exploring their new home.

Don’t miss the Hands-on Habitat, which features a two-story treehouse - the 35-foot Mazza Foundation Tree of Life. Powered by ParentsConnect.com Read more

Free parking across the street in marina lot. (only fall, winter, spring)

The Butterfly Garden is absolutely incredible!

Go & c the butterflies when u r here they r beautiful

A room filled with live butterflies flying around you. Good spot for a date.

Love the butterflies

The upstairs room is a very nice place to hold a reception.

The farmers market is awesome.

Prefer this place to the childrens museums . Staff actuallly interact with the kids, what a concept.

The butterfly display was so fun-beautiful butterflies everywhere.

The Butterfly Pavillion is very fun, some huge butterflies .

Great place to take the kids on a cold winter day.

Giant Praying Mantid

Worth the money!

Monarch Butterfly

staff was very courteous. butterfly habitat was awesome.

Free museum admission when you go to the farmers market on Saturday.

Donation Day on Thursday, free to Illinois residents!

Exploring Trees exhibit is a must if you have little ones.

Check family finds today for half price membership!

Butterflies are awesome!

Thursdays are "Suggested Donation Days ."