Explore science through play.
Crown Family PlayLab
Designed for children between two and six years old, this interactive, hands-on space makes learning an adventure.
Exhibition Summary
Included with General Admission
All ages
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Early learners are invited to explore world cultures through music, experience everyday life in a recreated pueblo, create artwork in a Discovery Studio, or play paleontologist with dinosaur bones—and that’s just the beginning. With so many opportunities for discovery, this exhibition presents a new adventure every time you visit.
- The PlayLab is open Monday-Sunday, 10:00am-3:00pm. Hours are subject to change for special events or staffing needs.
- We strive to welcome all to the PlayLab, which has wheelchair access, a nursing room, and a quiet reading corner.
- Groups are encouraged to pre-register using the field trip registration form.
- Much of the information in the PlayLab is also available in Spanish. La exhibición tiene información en español
PlayLab Programs
The PlayLab offers families a rotating set of programs throughout the year, including seasonal camps, monthly Itty Bitty Investigators classes, and weekly free PlayLab PlayDates.
Got questions? Contact the PlayLab team at playlabevents@fieldmuseum.org.
Upcoming programs and events
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Saturday, November 22
Ticket required9:30 AM CST to Nov 22, 12:00 PMItty Bitty Investigators: Reptiles Ages 5-6 - 26
Wednesday, November 26
Ticket required11:00 AM CST to Nov 26, 12:00 PMPlayLab PlayDate: Storytelling & Craft with Trickster Cultural CenterDrop in to the Crown Family PlayLab on select Wednesdays and Saturdays for free activities geared for ages 2-6! - 06
Saturday, December 6
Ticket required9:30 AM CST to Dec 6, 12:00 PMItty Bitty Investigators: After the Age of Dinos Ages 3-4