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or (704) 825-4490
Our 2024 Butterfly Bungalow season has concluded. Stay tuned for next year’s schedule!
Join us for an enchanting journey into the world of butterflies at our Butterfly Bungalow, included with general admission to the Garden – no additional fee is required.
Step into a realm of fluttering wings and vibrant colors as you explore the Butterfly Bungalow. Watch butterflies emerge from chrysalides, search for hungry caterpillars among the leaves, feed a butterfly on a feeding sponge and more! Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to learn about and interact with the butterflies you may find in your own backyard.
Important Information:
- Capacity Limit: To ensure a comfortable experience for all, the Butterfly Bungalow has a maximum capacity of approximately 25 people at a time.
- Accessibility: Wheelchairs and walkers are welcome. However, please note that strollers are not permitted inside the Bungalow due to narrow pathways and the need to watch for butterflies on the ground.
- Guidelines: To preserve the beauty of our butterfly habitat, we kindly ask guests to refrain from catching or holding the butterflies. Please help prevent escapes by ensuring doors are closed securely as you enter and leave the Bungalow.
- Safety Reminder: Watch your step as butterflies will land on the ground.
- Curiosity Welcome: Feel free to ask questions and enjoy your time exploring the Butterfly Bungalow.
Embark on a magical journey with us at the Butterfly Bungalow—where every visit promises a fluttering good time!
Important Information for Your Visit to the Butterfly Bungalow:
Butterfly Re-Homing Notice: On our final day, October 6th, we will not be conducting any butterfly releases. This year, the USDA established a permit process that we were required to comply with in order to operate the Butterfly Bungalow. This USDA permit, which allows us to operate the Bungalow, does not permit us to release butterflies into the wild from this exhibit.
Food and Beverage Guidelines: To protect both our butterflies and our guests, we kindly ask that no open-top beverages or food items are brought into the Butterfly Bungalow. This includes items like open cans, cups with lids and straws, and snacks such as ice cream or popsicles. You’re welcome to enjoy these items before entering or leave them on the table in the vestibule (please note that our staff cannot be responsible for these belongings). This rule ensures the health of our butterflies and the cleanliness of our space.
Pet Policy: We understand the love for furry companions, but for the safety of our butterflies, dogs and other animals are not allowed inside the Butterfly Bungalow. This is mainly due to the potential harm that flea and tick treatments pose to the butterflies, among other concerns. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate service animals in this space as well due to the risk presented to the butterflies.
