In the vibrant city of New Orleans lies the Audubon Butterfly and Insectarium, an interactive experience that encourages visitors to use all five senses to explore the world of insects. It is the largest museum in North America devoted to butterflies as well as other insects and their relatives. Opening in 2008, this museum is renowned for its dedication to expanding the sphere of knowledge with its insectarium, and is recognized as a top museum for children.
It is part of the Audubon Louisiana Nature Center, which includes the Audubon Zoo and Aquarium of the Americas. Over 15,000 different animals are housed in this nature center, giving children a diverse educational experience with mammals, reptiles, amphibians, insects, and birds. The museum is a hub of knowledge of the world of insects as well as a great place to discover more about the planet.
The range of exhibits at the Butterfly Garden and Insectarium gives visitors a new perspective on the word of bugs and butterflies. Through interactive displays, exhibitions, and presentations, visitors learn how insects are an essential part of the world.
Some of these exhibitions include the Butterfly Garden, Metamorphosis Gallery, Hall of Fame, New Orleans Gallery, Underground, and Main Hall. The combination of these exhibits aims to provide a diverse educational experience about insects.
The beautiful garden, which has an Asian-inspired design, flutters with hundreds of colorful butterflies soaring through the air to land on flowers. This free-flight garden is a spectacular event and there is even a possibility that the butterflies will rest on the shoulder of a visitor.
423 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70130, Phone: 504-524-2847
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