Five photos of people kayaking the Chicago river, learning online from home, an origami activity, penguins exploring an exhibit and a turtle hand puppet held by a Guest Relations ambassador at Shedd.

Learn through the living world, 

where aquatic life leads the lesson.

Wherever you are and whatever sparks your curiosity, there's an underwater world waiting to be discovered. Ask questions, explore new ideas and find your own connection to the aquatic world we share. Get started here.


Now Open: The Morgridge Family Lakeside Learning Studios

A child uses a stethoscope to examine a stuffed beluga whale.

A new era of environmental learning at Shedd is here with the Morgridge Family Lakeside Learning Studios, now open for learners of all ages to explore. Turn curiosity into discovery in these dynamic classroom spaces through hands-on science learning programs, chats with scientists in the field, face-to-face connections with animals and so much more. 

Explore the Learning Studios