Butterflies in Flight
Dec 6 2024 – Jan 4 2026
Wonders All Around You
Enter a world of brilliant, live butterflies—limited capacity, tickets selling fast!
Experience the beauty of nature up close as these delicate creatures soar freely in our Solarium.
Wait times may be up to 30 minutes on weekends and holidays.
A warm tropical paradise welcomes dozens of new pupae from Costa Rica and the Philippines every week.
Watch the amazing transformation of diverse species into majestic butterflies, including the stunning blue morpho, vibrant swallowtails and the iconic monarch, among others!
Find out more about the care and provenance of the butterflies in this special exhibition.
Visiting the Exhibition
- Get your tickets early! This exhibition may sell out because a limited number of tickets are available each day.
- Your ticket allows you to come and go in the exhibition throughout your visit to the museum, as capacity allows.
- Capacity is limited. You may have to wait in line before entering.
- The space is warm and humid. Dress accordingly. You may store your coat or other items at the coat check.
Tickets
In order to visit the special exhibition Butterflies in Flight, you must get a ticket combo, which includes general admission to the museum.- Free for museum members
- Tickets are required, even when they’re free
- Combo prices.
Interacting with Butterflies
- Learn more from museum science interpreters on-site every day.
- Over 20 species of butterflies live in the exhibition. We cannot guarantee that you will see them all.
- Colourful clothing attracts butterflies and may increase your chances of one landing on you.
- Although butterflies may land on you, stay still to admire them. Do not touch them with your hands.
- Do not bring any food to feed the butterflies.
