Classes
Backyard Science Summer Programs

Available for groups of 10 or more students
These fun, affordable classes encourage kids of all ages to connect with nature and make fascinating discoveries about the insect world: 

  • Caterpillar Club (ages 3-6)
    Learn how a caterpillar changes into a butterfly through our interactive puppet show, then create your own butterfly and help it hide from hungry birds in our meadow.
  • Butterfly Beginners (ages 6-8)
    Discover metamorphosis and insect body parts using living animals. We’ll also learn about pollination by making our own pollinators to take home.
  • Insect Investigators (ages 7-10)
    Explore metamorphosis, body parts, and butterfly behaviors using samples of real insects, then take a turn identifying real butterfly species using the same tool scientists use.

Classes run approximately 3 hours.

$3.50 per child.
Required chaperones are free (1 chaperone per every 5 children is required). Additional chaperones will be required to pay regular Butterfly House admission.

Register today!
Contact Chris Hartley at (636) 530-0076 (ext. 13) or Chris.Hartley@mobot.org to register or learn more. 

Classes for Adults

Skipper on blood flowerThe Butterfly House offers a variety of classes for adults. Whether you want to learn how to identify different butterflies, attract pollinators to your yard, or create bee-utiful crafts, we’ve got something for you!

Go to a list of upcoming classes at the Butterfly House or see classes at all sites.

 

Classes for Youth & Families

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The Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House offers a variety of fun classes designed for a child and adult to take together. These classes require advanced registration.

Or Drop In!
We also host family-friendly programs that do not require a reservation, and that are included in your admission to the Butterfly House. Past programs include:

  • butterfly migration and tagging
  • ladybugs
  • natural crafts
  • activities in conjunction with exhibits or holidays

Check out our upcoming youth and family classes and programs at the Butterfly House or at all our sites!