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Science Exhibition

Illinois Free Wednesday

September 9 at 9am

At Field Museum

Near South Side, Chicago

🦖"the dinosaur skeletons alone are reason to visit"
⏰Plan at least 3-4 hours to see everything
🎟️Reserve tickets online in advance

Illinois residents get free access to one of the world's great natural history museums, including SUE the T-Rex and real Egyptian mummies. Clear your calendar: you'll want at least three hours to wander through dinosaurs, ancient civilizations, and a hall of glittering gems.

Family-friendly
Dinosaur skeletons
Ancient Egypt
All ages

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  • Family-friendly
  • Dinosaur skeletons
  • Ancient Egypt
  • All ages
  • Field Museum
  • Near South Side
  • Chicago

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