About us

Igniting lifelong curiosity and awe for the natural world. Whether it’s through our unique education programs or the experiences and hands-on learning opportunities for all ages in our future facility, our efforts inspire an appreciation and understanding of “The Little Things That Run the World” (Edward O. Wilson, 1987).

As we continue to expand the reach and impact of our education programs, at the same time we’re moving toward the dream that started our organization more than a decade ago – opening a premier education facility featuring a tropical butterfly house and insectarium. There could not be a more exciting time to support our work.

Bugs Around Town

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We want all you bug lovers out there to have a chance to visit with your favorite Bug Ambassadors during our transition to our permanent facility. We’ve partnered with some great organizations in town to do just that.

Regularly Occurring Programs

EmPower Place

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EmPower Place

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Semi-Regular Programs

With so many fun community events happening throughout the year, expect to see us at a range of festivals, markets, fairs and more. View our calendar for the latest. Please contact us if you’re interested in having us table at your event.

Attention Teachers

Are you a teacher looking for information about connecting your students with our Bug Ambassadors? Check out our Bugs on the Move, Bugs at the Museum: Programs at MNHC and Bugs at the Museum: Programs at spectrUM pages.