Admission

Get your tickets online & save! Admission at the door is $1 more than online.

Tickets only valid for the date selected.

Front Doors lock at 4:15 p.m.

Tickets must be reserved for children under 2.

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Homeschoolers and your families, these days are reserved especially for you! Take advantage of these exciting opportunities to explore our engaging exhibits and interact with thousands of invertebrates! Each Homeschool Day incorporates themed activities great for all ages. These include various invertebrate investigations, talks with real scientists, fun crafts, and more.

12/18/24: Living Lights -Discover the mesmerizing world of bioluminescent and biofluorescent invertebrates and their glowing beauty. This event will include engaging classes, hands-on crafts, and exciting activities that illuminate the science behind these radiant creatures.

2/11/25: Artistic Adaptations - Discover how invertebrates use camouflage, vibrant colors, and intricate patterns for survival! Explore these fascinating adaptations through hands-on activities, crafts, and engaging lessons. 

3/13/25: Invertebrate Engineers - Discover the incredible structures built by invertebrates and learn how they inspire human engineering! Explore biomimicry and the amazing ways nature s designs influence our world through hands-on activities and creative projects. 

4/23/25: Pollinator Protectors - Celebrate pollinators and learn how they support our world and how you can support them! Learn more about invertebrate pollinators and discover how you can contribute to community science efforts to help these vital animals thrive.