Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum a Chicago

The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum is a dreamy museum devoted to natural history and located in Lincoln Park in Chicago. It was opened in 1857 as the Chicago Academy of Sciences and was renamed in honor of Peggy Notebaert, a philanthropist who donated $4 million to the museum in 1999. The museum features exhibits on wildlife of the Midwest region, including live animals, plants, and interactive displays. Visitors can explore the butterfly haven, a vibrant exhibit featuring over 1,000 free-flying butterflies, or learn about the region's ecology and biodiversity in the River Works exhibit. The museum also offers educational programs for all ages for families and nature enthusiasts alike.