Each month, the nature museum picks a different theme for family fun. In December, learn about nature observation and participate in experiments, crafts and activities during drop-in hours on Saturday and Sundays. Free with museum admission.
If this winter is anything like the past polar vortex insanity, hours-long days at the playground may not be in the forecast. Luckily, Chicago has plenty of other fun activities for kids that are worth bundling up for. We've rounded up everything from classes to exhibits at the city's best museums, and from ice skating to snowshoeing to help you (and your kids) make it through the dreaded winter months.
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