Critically endangered bowmouth guitarfish now at Shedd Aquarium
The Shedd Aquarium is working with nature experts to create a recovery plan for the guitar-fish species.
Shedd Aquarium
Critically endangered bowmouth guitarfish now at Shedd Aquarium
The Shedd Aquarium is working with nature experts to create a recovery plan for the guitar-fish species.
Shedd has free days for Illinois residents
All you have to do is show proof of residency and get tickets in advance online.
Chicago's Shedd Aquarium has free days for Illinois residents
Now through October 31st, Illinois residents can visit the aquarium for free on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Shedd Aquarium's Wellington meets his penguin grand-chick
The chick is pretty much fully grown, and will soon start swimming.
Shedd Aquarium's penguin Wellington meets his grand-chick
He's getting to know his grand-chick for the first time. The rockhopper penguin chick hatched in June and is now being socialized with other members of the colony.
New $500 M redesign of Chicago's Shedd Aquarium unveiled
It's all part of the Shedd Aquarium's "Centennial Commitment" as the institution prepares for its 100th anniversary in 2030.
Shedd Aquarium unveils renderings for $500M redesign
It's all part of the Shedd Aquarium's "Centennial Commitment" as the institution prepares for its 100th anniversary in 2030.
Shedd Aquarium unveils renderings for $500M redesign
It's all part of the Shedd Aquarium's "Centennial Commitment" as the institution prepares for its 100th anniversary in 2030.
Shedd Aquarium unveils renderings for $500M improvements
The changes include new immersive exhibits, learning areas, outdoor gardens, and more.
Shedd Aquarium seeking volunteers to clean Calumet Park on East Side
It's part of their Plastic Free July campaign in an effort to curb plastic pollution.
Shedd Aquarium inviting volunteers for beach cleanup Saturday
They're looking for volunteers to come out and clean up Calumet Park Beach in the East Side neighborhood.
Shedd Aquarium staff bringing experience to Lurie Children's Hospital patients
They're swinging by Lurie Children's Hospital this afternoon to give patients an up-close experience.
Shedd Aquarium staff bringing animals to Lurie Children's Hospital
It's part of the hospital's Camp Urban Explores.
Shedd Aquarium hosting clean up at 63rd Street Beach
The effort is being hosted by the Shedd Aquarium as part of its Plastic Free July campaign.
Cute alert! Shedd Aquarium welcomes penguin rockhopper chick
Right now it weighs close to two pounds and it's growing every day, thanks to feedings from its parents and care experts throughout the day.
Shedd Aquarium welcomes penguin rockhopper chick
Chicago's Shedd Aquarium is welcoming a new addition for visitors and scientists studying the species.
Sea Lion Encounter at the Shedd Aquarium
The 45-minute Sea Lion Encounter allows you to get face-to-face with these marine mammals, maybe even touch them.
Sea Lion Encounter at the Shedd Aquarium
The 45-minute Sea Lion Encounter allows you to get face-to-face with these marine mammals, maybe even touch them.
Shedd Aquarium's sea lion pup Kenney celebrating 1-year birthday
His birthday also falls on World Ocean Day – a day of spreading awareness and celebrating the ocean while encouraging actions to protect the planet.
Stingray Touch returns to Shedd Aquarium, allowing guests to touch cownose rays
Cownose rays are tactile animals that school together and are naturally gentle – making them predisposed to snuggling, according to the Shedd.
Stingray Touch exhibit returns to Shedd Aquarium
Guests can dip their hands in a tank and discover the unique feel and movement of cownose rays.
Museum Campus announces visitor changes ahead of Chicago's NASCAR event
If your summer fun includes trips to the Adler Planetarium, the Field Museum or Shedd Aquarium, you'll want to plan ahead as Chicago's NASCAR event will affect driving, parking and mass transit.
Museum Campus announces visitor changes ahead of Chicago's NASCAR event
If your summer fun includes trips to the Adler Planetarium, the Field Museum or Shedd Aquarium, you'll want to plan ahead as Chicago's NASCAR event will affect driving, parking and mass transit.
Happy birthday to the Shedd Aquarium's Nickel the sea turtle!
She's part of an endangered species, so her recovery is a special accomplishment.
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