- Saturday - Sunday
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Monday - Friday
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Phone
(773) 755-5100 - 2430 N. Cannon Dr.
Chicago, IL 60614
Adult & Teen Programs
Register for all adult program classes by clicking the Register button. Registration forms are also available to submit via mail or fax. For all programs, space is limited and registration is required. Payment is due at the time of registration. For additional questions, please email adultprograms@naturemuseum.org.
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10:00 am-12:00 pm
May 28, TuesdayBotanical Art - Bringing Your Drawing Skills to the Next Level
Description
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED
This series of three classes is designed for beginning, intermediate and advanced students who need a
“refresher.” Learn the fundamental principles of putting pencil to paper by developing a basic pencil-line
technique with instructor Derek Norman. Understand how to establish shape, form, depth, dimension,
proportions and perspective! These techniques will be emphasized so that each student will learn how
to take their talents to the next level. Cost: $160/member, $190/non-member. -
6:00 pm-9:00 pm
May 28, TuesdayNature on Tap
Description
Nature on Tap features adults-only access to the Nature Museum, including the Judy Istock Butterfly Haven and our special temporary exhibits. Highlights include a trivia game testing your knowledge with nature and science themed questions. The winning trivia team will receive the coveted Golden Cockroach trophy.
Cost: Free/member, $10/non-member.
Admission includes access to all exhibits, crafty projects and participation in the trivia challenge. Cash bar available.Registration Information
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6:00 pm-9:30 pm
June 18, TuesdayNature on Tap
Description
Nature on Tap features adults-only access to the Nature Museum, including the Judy Istock Butterfly Haven and our special temporary exhibits. Highlights include a trivia game testing your knowledge with nature and science themed questions. The winning trivia team will receive the coveted Golden Cockroach trophy.
Cost: Free/member, $10/non-member.
Admission includes access to all exhibits, crafty projects and participation in the trivia challenge. Cash bar available.Registration Information
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6:00 pm-7:00 pm
June 26, WednesdayComposting 101
Description
Learn the basics of worm composting in this hands-on class. You’ll leave with a completed starter bin and
plenty of tips on how to keep it going. Cost: $10/member, $15/non-member.Registration Information
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6:00 pm-7:00 pm
July 9, TuesdayTamale Making Workshop
Description
The Tamale Spaceship will do a tamale and guacamole demonstration at the Nature Museum! The program will be a fun and friendly demonstration about how to make traditional Mexican tamales and guacamole from natural, whole foods. Guests will make their own tamales and guacamole. Learn how these foods connect us to the land where the ingredients are grown. Cost: $25/member, $35/non-member.
Registration Information