Get Closer to Nature Than You Ever Imagined

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Visit Butterfly Pavilion

Butterfly Pavilion is open seven days a week from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with timed entry.

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Getting Here

15 minutes from downtown Denver off Hwy 36 at 104th Ave — 6252 W. 104th Ave, Westminster.

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Schools and Youth Groups

Butterfly Pavilion offers engaging, fun learning experiences that spark the inner scientist in every student.

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Become a Member

As a member, you support world-class exhibits, groundbreaking research, and vital conservation efforts—helping protect invertebrates and the ecosystems they sustain.

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Upcoming Events

Join us for educational programs, family activities, and special events throughout the year at the Butterfly Pavilion.

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Spring Break Nature Camp Ages 5-9
Camp 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Spring Break Nature Camp

Springtime science meets hands-on discovery as campers explore pollinators, butterflies, and emerging ecosystems.

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Winter Break Bug Camp Ages 5-9
Camp 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Winter Break Bug Camp

Cool-weather camp adventures where kids explore the world of insects and invertebrates through creative experiments and challenges.

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Fall Break Discovery Camp Ages 5-9
Camp 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Fall Break Discovery Camp

One-day themed camps filled with seasonal science fun, from spiders and monarch butterflies to hands-on exploration.

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Spiders Around the World

Just in time for Halloween, spiders are arriving from around the globe this fall for a limited-time engagement, Spiders Around the World, exclusively at Butterfly Pavilion. Engage with stunning, vibrant, and awe-inspiring tarantulas and walk amongst visually striking, exquisite, and free-roaming Orb Weavers spinning their intricate webs in Spider Zone!

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Conservation and Scientific Impact

The Science & Conservation work at Butterfly Pavilion protects the small creatures that sustain our planet. Through research, habitat restoration, and global partnerships, we advance real-world solutions that support invertebrate biodiversity.

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What Visitors Are Saying

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“Absolutely magical! My kids couldn't stop smiling the entire visit. The tropical habitat feels like stepping into another world, and the staff made learning about butterflies so fun and engaging.”

Sarah M. Denver, CO

“We've visited butterfly exhibits around the world, and this one is truly special. The variety of species is remarkable, and the staff went above and beyond to answer our questions about migration and conservation.”

Michael T. Boulder, CO

“Perfect for a date or family outing. The tropical environment is a wonderful escape, especially during Colorado winters. We loved every minute and can't wait to come back in the spring.”

Jennifer & David K. Aurora, CO

“As a biology professor, I bring my students here every semester. The conservation work is incredible — it's a real scientific institution making a difference for pollinators. The behind-the-scenes tour is a must.”

Dr. Rachel P. Fort Collins, CO

Be a Champion for Nature's Smallest Wonders

Your generosity powers conservation, hands-on science education, and habitat protection in Colorado and beyond. Every gift inspires future generations, restores pollinator habitats, and protects biodiversity. Give today and help safeguard nature’s smallest — and most essential — creatures.

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