Tag: Field Museum

9 Indoor Spots to Visit in Chicagoland During a Snowy Weekend

by anders458, posted in @FPDCC, botanical gardens and arboretums, Chicago, Forest Preserve of Cook County, Galena Illinois, Illinois, Iowa, kids activities, Lake County Illinois attractions, museums, National Park Service, nature centers, presidents, Uncategorized, winter activities

This weekend in Chicagoland is expected to be snowy and cold. While you may not be able to take a long hike or go camping, there are many natured-oriented places, museums, and even an auto museum you can visit to get out of the house and stay out of the snow and cold. Try the … Continue reading 9 Indoor Spots to Visit in Chicagoland During a Snowy Weekend

The Field Museum: Dinosaurs, Mummies, a Bug’s-Eye View of the World, and Much More

by anders458, posted in Illinois, kids activities, museums, Native American History, Uncategorized

Chicago is known for its stunning architecture, talented writers, cutting-edge food scene, winning sports teams, and its world-class museums. But if you’ve lived in Chicago your entire life, it’s easy to take our museums for granted. Many people visit these vast repositories of ideas, science, art, history, and nature when they are kids, and never … Continue reading The Field Museum: Dinosaurs, Mummies, a Bug’s-Eye View of the World, and Much More