Butterfly Station
Meet a wide variety of beautiful native and non-native butterflies!
Timed Experience Open April–Mid-September
Find out why our Butterfly Station has been called “magical” and “incredible” and visit this fan favorite experience during the warmer months.
Located just outside the Science Center, the Butterfly Station houses hundreds of nature’s most beautiful creatures from across Central and North America as well as pollinator plants that provide the winged wonders sustenance.
During this 30-minute timed experience, you can tour our Butterfly Station to find out which type of caterpillar certain plants attract, learn the best methods to attract butterflies and get inspired to create your own butterfly garden.
Science Center staff add new butterflies to the space often, so guests will have new insects to see each time they visit!
Butterfly Station Hours
Tuesday–Saturday
- 10:30–11 a.m.
- 12:30–1 p.m.
- 2:30–3 p.m.
- 4–4:30 p.m.
Sundays
- 12:30–1 p.m.
- 2:30–3 p.m.
- 4–4:30 p.m.
Please note: Because the Butterfly Station is outside, this experience is weather dependent.
Test your ability to identify different butterfly species and learn about the types that live in the area with our Butterfly Guide.
Do you and/or a friend have talents to share in the Butterfly Station & Garden? Consider becoming a volunteer!
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