Butterflies in Flight

About

Experience the beauty of over 100 live butterflies fluttering around the Canadian Museum of Nature's solarium amidst lush vegetation. This immersive exhibition features over 20 species with new pupae arriving weekly.

Event Details

• Dates: December 6, 2024 – March 30, 2026
• Hours: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM daily (check museum hours)
• Thursday Evenings: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
• Location: Canadian Museum of Nature, 240 McLeod Street
• Duration: Plan 15 minutes for the exhibition
• Admission: Included with general museum admission (save 10% when booking online)

What to Expect

• Over 100 beautiful live butterflies
• Over 20 different species including blue morpho and vibrant swallowtails
• New pupae arrive weekly from Costa Rica and the Philippines
• Warm and humid tropical solarium environment
• Lush vegetation creating a tropical paradise
• Museum science interpreters on-site daily
• Time slots available (capacity limited)

Visitor Tips

• Wear colorful clothing—butterflies may land on you!
• Bring a camera (flash photography allowed)
• Choose a time slot when booking (capacity is limited and time slots can sell out)
• Book in advance as sellouts may occur on weekends and holidays
• Save 10% when buying tickets online
• Free for museum members

Educational Experience

Museum science interpreters are available daily to answer questions about butterfly species, life cycles, and conservation. Learn about these fascinating creatures in an intimate, interactive setting.

Tickets

Advance tickets recommended. Purchase at nature.ca

Getting There

Canadian Museum of Nature, 240 McLeod Street:

• OC Transpo routes to downtown
• O-Train Parliament station nearby
• Street parking available
• Accessible by walking or cycling