A Year of the Peregrine Falcon program

25 years ago, the City of Chicago held an election that would determine which bird would represent the city. Of the six candidate birds that ran, the Peregrine Falcon emerged victorious. But what would happen if a new election were held today? Would the peregrine retain it's title? Or would a new bird claim the title and lead Chicago into a new era?

Join Chicago Ornithological Society and the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum as we answer that very question! Like any proper democratic election cycle, this calls for a debate. We've assembled human representatives for the candidates to make their case for why their bird should be the official city bird. Afterwards, cast your vote to see who won the debate!

All are welcome to attend this free event but RSVP is required. Please do so here.

You must RSVP in advance. Pre-registration is required for entry to this program. Please contact chicagobirder@gmail.com at least 24 hours in advance if you cannot attend or with questions.

Location and Transportation:
Entrance is the east side of the museum. Free parking is on main streets along Cannon Drive. The musuem is accessible by public transit via the #76 CTA bus as well as routes 151 and 156. The museum is very easily accessible via bike.

Accessibility:
Museum is fully ADA accessible; floors tile and rug. Restrooms are available onsite.