Things to Do

The Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House features our own butterfly movie, a native butterfly garden, live invertebrates on display in our Exhibit Hall and the butterflies we import to live in our Tropical Conservatory.  Visit our online events calendar to see what's new at the Butterfly House.

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There is something new to discover at the Butterfly House all year round. From Morpho Mardi Gras in Febrauary and March, to the dazzling Firefly Festival in June, to meeting the big man himself at Supper with Santa in December - there is sure to be an exciting event going on at the Butterfly House.

Learn more about our signature events

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The 8,000 square foot Conservatory housing nearly 2,000 butterflies year round is the heart of the Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House. This climate controlled space is where the "miracle of metamorphosis" takes places every day.

Our Native Butterfly Garden is full of host plants for caterpillars and nectar sources for butterflies. This is also where special events such as weddings and private rentals are held. The Exhibit Hall has on display some of our exotic invertebrates from around the world.

Learn about all our different spaces and exhibits

Register for Spring/Summer Classes and Events
February 01 2024
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August 31 2024
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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Register for Fall Classes and Events
August 01 2024
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November 30 2024
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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Evelyn E Newman Founder's Day Celebration
September 18 2024
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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Butterfly House Birthday Bash
September 28 2024
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September 29 2024
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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BOOterfly House
October 01 2024
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October 31 2024
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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Wicked Wings and Wine
October 18 2024
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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Jack O'Lantern Trail in Faust Park
October 25 2024
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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Jack O'Lantern Trail in Faust Park
October 26 2024
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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Enchanted Fairy Gardens
November 29 2024
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December 31 2024
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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Supper with Santa
December 13 2024
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December 15 2024
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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Supper with Santa
December 20 2024
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December 22 2024
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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Morpho

Home to more than 60 tropical butterfly species and over 150 tropical plants, the conservatory at the Butterfly House is nothing short of paradise. 

Learn more about the development of the Butterfly House throughout the years.

Whether you want to learn to identify different insects, attract pollinators to your garden, or make beautiful crafts the Butterfly House has educational classes for adults, youth and families. 

Full list of classes

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The Butterfly House Gift Shop is the perfect place to find special items to remember your visit by. This features butterfly inspired jewelry and home decor, local artwork, toys, apparel and whimsical garden accessories.  

All proceeds benefit the continued operations of the Butterfly House. Buy a gift card to use at any Garden site.