Animal Chats and Live Programs

Thursday, August 27, 2026

Connect with animals in a new way through our free, daily Animal Chats and “Live!” Programs, included with admission. Hear the sound of a massive arapaima gulping its food, ask an animal caretaker about penguins, or learn how sharks keep ocean ecosystems healthy.

View event at www.sheddaquarium.org

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About Shedd Aquarium

1200 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605

Closed now

• Opens 9:00 AM

sheddaquarium.org

+1 312-939-2438

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