Chicago Restaurants are Going Green
What makes you decide to book a table at a new restaurant? Is it the delicious items on the menu, the vibes of the space or the quality of servi...
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5 Gardening Tips from Shedd's Horticulture Experts
The benefits of gardens are endless: beautiful views, serene spaces and a way to support local ecosystems! No matter if you’re a beginner gardener or avid seasonal planter, read on to get garden tips from Shedd’s Horticulture team, who tends to over 90,000 square feet with 400 plant species around Shedd, learn about native plants and discover pointers for a beautiful space.
An Inside Look at Shedd
As you watch the sea otters play in the Abbott Oceanarium, how can you tell Cooper from Watson? What's it like to drop everything and rush to Canada to help rescue a stranded beluga whale? Discover yourself with Shedd's stories and updates, sharing everything from new arrivals to animal rescues across the globe!
Cold-Blooded Versus Warm-Blooded Animals
Winter in Chicago is in full swing. We bundle up in long coats, soft hats and warm gloves to take on the Windy City chill. Although we feel cold...
Why Seeing Animals Up Close Changes the Way We Think About Nature
Visiting Shedd provides experiences for those who may not otherwise see southern sea otters along the coast of California or river giants in the...
Why Membership?
When a baby beluga whale needs a name, when the Animal Care team and expert partners perform a never-done-before surgery or when a brand-new exh...
What is World Lake Day?
Lakes around the world all have one thing in common: they are among the most vital natural resources on the planet, but are the most at-risk of ...
Learning Is for Life
New backpacks, fresh lesson plans and a readiness to learn can only mean one thing: back to school season! Though you may not be returning to th...