An adult and young child interact with a stuffed sea otter at an activity table.

Guest Programs

Make a splash with programs that bring science learning to life! From hands-on activities to online learning, guests of all ages can dive into the wonders of aquatic life, try something new and make waves for our shared blue planet.


A Shedd learning expert leans down to talk with a young Scout. They are both holding objects above a container of water as part of a learning program at Shedd Aquarium.

Photo by: Shedd Aquarium/Heidi Zeiger

Shedd Scouts

Calling all Scouts! Join us for a day of exploration of animals, science and careers at the aquarium and beyond. Leave with a one-of-a-kind Shedd Aquarium patch or merit badge.

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Young campers listen to a Shedd instructor as he shows them the food used to feed the stingrays in Stingray Touch.

Camp Shedd

We are thrilled to host a reimagined, better-than-ever summer camp experience in 2027! 

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