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The Art and Science of Arachnids
Get ready to encounter a variety of fascinating animals in The Art and Science of Arachnids! Visitors of all ages will have the opportunity to experience these animals in a fun, meaningful way.
Through beautiful artwork, cultural connections, live animals, and interactives that appeal to visitors of all ages, the exhibit highlights the significance of scorpions, tarantulas, vinegaroons, and other arachnids. Visitors wondering why spiders are so important for both humans and ecosystems around the world will leave with a new appreciation of these eight-legged marvels.
Get up close with the multimedia, science-based interactive elements throughout the exhibit! Test your web-weaving skills, learn more about silk, get a scientific look through macro photography, step into the spider lab, and more! Plus, have the chance to interact with some of these amazing critters during impromptu facilitated animal encounters.
Access to this exhibit is included with Museum admission.
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Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
For 160 years, the Chicago Academy of Sciences / Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum has served as an urban gateway to nature and science. Located in…
Neighborhood
Lincoln Park
One of the city’s most picturesque areas, you’ll find boutiques, museums, dining, a zoo, and plenty of waterfront.