Faust Park, 15193 Olive Blvd. Chesterfield, MO 63017 (314) 577-0888
Schedule a speaker to visit your club or group, take part in our Wellness Series Events, or check out upcoming classes at the Butterfly House!
Classes for adults are also offered at our other sites:
Shaw Nature Reserve Missouri Botanical Garden
Or learn about youth and family programs at one of our other sites:
LITTLE BUGS For ages 2–4 (part of the Little Years early childhood series). Bring your child to learn about butterflies and create a unique work of art together. The class meets weekly for six weeks and each week we will learn about a different insect. Each session includes hands-on crafts, a snack, a story and a walk through the butterflies. Price is per class. Take one class, or take them all!
Mondays, April 8–July 15; 11 a.m.–noon. $12 members; $15 non-members. Price per class. Register
FAMILY SUNDAY ADVENTURES
Get outside and get inspired by animals, plants, and conservation. In this class, families, explore and create garden projects. Classes will take place rain or shine. If inclement weather occurs, projects will be completed inside.
KEEPER FOR A DAY
For ages 8–12. Students will get an opportunity to go behind the scenes and see what is involved in our animal care. Working alongside our entomology and education staff, students will assist with general care of our animals. Each participant will receive a name badge, t-shirt and mounted butterfly to take home.
Saturdays; 8:30 a.m.–noon $100 members; $120 nonmembers To schedule a date, please call (314) 577-0888 x 2 or email butterflyhouseeducation@mobot.org
BUTTERFLY HOUSE PHOTOGRAPHY CLASSES
Join us at the Butterfly House as professional photographer Scott Avetta leads you through your photography class. Scott will share tips and techniques for photographing all the stunning insects and plants that the Butterfly House has to offer. Participants should a basic understanding of their camera's features. Tripods allowed for classes unless otherwise stated.
It's a Small World Wednesday, June 26; 6–8 p.m. $28 members; $34 non-members Register
MORNING PHOTOGRAPHY SESSIONS
Enjoy an early, tranquil hour in our Tropical Conservatory before we open our doors to the public. Spend time on your own taking photos of our butterflies and plants. Tripods are allowed during this special time. Come be one of the few to take fabulous tripod photos of our butterflies in natural light.
Photography Fridays Friday, March 22 & June 14; 9–10 a.m. $8 members; $10 non-members March 22 - Register June 14 - Register
Or lead your troop at the Butterfly House yourself with a self-guided or guided tour.
Choose from five service and field-based education programs at the Missouri Botanical Garden, the Shaw Nature Reserve and the Butterfly House! Learn more
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Missouri Botanical Garden
4344 Shaw Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63110(314) 577-5100 hours and admission
Butterfly House
Faust Park, 15193 Olive Blvd. Chesterfield, MO 63017(314) 577-0888 hours and admission
Shaw Nature Reserve
307 Pinetum Loop Rd, Gray Summit, MO 63039(314) 577-9555 hours and admission
