Connect with animals, your peers and Shedd staff during our Teen Virtual Workshops. Learn about local and global conservation and explore careers at Shedd. Join us to discover new interests, engage in STEAM topics and investigate the aquatic world!

Free. Registration required. Click here for complete details.

Swimming into Shark Week

Date: Wednesday, July 14
Time: 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Dive into Shark Week with us and learn more about these incredible animals! During this virtual workshop, you’ll connect with multiple shark species that live at Shedd and play virtual games to discover more about them. You’ll also get to meet one of our shark researchers and hear about his work and experiences!

Preventing Plastic Pollution

Date: Wednesday, July 21
Time: 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

You’ve probably seen plastic litter before, but how does plastic impact our waterways and what can we do about it? At the beginning of the workshop, you’ll connect with some ancient fish species that live in the Great Lakes. Then, you’ll explore ways you can take action and reduce plastic pollution to protect these animals and keep our waterways healthy and clean.

From Sharks to Stingrays

Date: Wednesday, July 28
Time: 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

This month we celebrated Shark Week, but did you know that stingrays are related to sharks? In this virtual workshop, you’ll connect with stingrays and learn more about them. We’ll also show you some ways to make stingray-themed decorations out of upcycled materials.