Self-Guided Exploration
Explore indoor and outdoor exhibits at your own pace.
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Field Trips at Butterfly Pavilion
Bring your class, camp, daycare, homeschool group, or other youth group and journey together through Butterfly Pavilion's indoor and outdoor exhibits to discover the fascinating lives of invertebrates from desert, grassland, rainforest and ocean environments.
What's Included in a Field Trip
Visit Availability
Days & Hours
Monday–Friday
9:00 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Class Add-On Times (September–May)
9:30 a.m. • 10:30 a.m. • 11:30 a.m. • 12:30 p.m.
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Student Pricing
Peak Season (March–July)
$9 per student admission
+$3 per student class add-on
Regular Season (August–February)
$6 per student admission
+$3 per student class add-on
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Group Details
Chaperones
1 free adult for every 5 students
Additional adults pay regular admission
Group Size
10–50 students per class
Field Trip Class Descriptions
Our curriculum-aligned content explores science and conservation topics through interactive activities and engaging lessons that enhance your students' experience at Butterfly Pavilion!
Grade Level: 2nd–5th Grade
In this engaging class, students will unveil the incredible world of invertebrate adaptations through observations of live animals, specimens, and models, uncovering how these features help animals survive and thrive in their unique habitats.
Grade Level: PreK–1st Grade
In this interactive class, students will learn about butterflies and their remarkable life cycles. Watch your students spread their wings and discover the wonders of metamorphosis!
Grade Level: PreK–2nd Grade
Follow the journey of Lacey Ladybug as she grows up and explores her garden throughout the seasons. As Lacey encounters various challenges and makes new friends along the way, she teaches young learners about the fascinating world of ladybugs, including their life cycle, habitat, and their vital role in nature. Students will choose their own adventure in this interactive story time!
Grade Level: K–3rd Grade
In this investigative class, student scientists are challenged to use their senses to observe and interact with three live animals to solve the mystery of their connection — metamorphosis!
Grade Level: 1st–5th Grade
This interactive class introduces learners to the wide variety of animals that pollinate our plants and keep our planet healthy. Students will learn what pollination is, why it's important, and how we can support our pollinator pals as they support us.
Grade Level: K–5th Grade
This engaging class introduces students to the fascinating world of spiders by exploring their features, eating habits, and senses. Students will play interactive games while discovering what makes these eight-legged friends so amazing.
Grade Level: 3rd–8th Grade version AND 9th–12th Grade version
This hands-on course ignites young scientists' curiosity as they sharpen their observational skills and harness valuable resources to identify invertebrates. Watch your students take on the role of bug detectives, unraveling the secrets of classification.
Grade Level: All ages
Not seeing the program you want? Request a custom program! Our educators will work with you to create the perfect program for you and your students. Please note that custom programs require at least 4 weeks of lead time and may have a higher cost. Reach out to us at education@butterflies.org to learn more.
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Field Trip Add-Ons
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Virtual Extension Programs
Extend your field trip learning with 15-minute virtual pre- and post-visit sessions led by a Butterfly Pavilion educator. These short programs help prepare students before their visit and reinforce key concepts afterward.
Cost: $40 for both sessions
Available Programs:
Amazing Adaptations • Butterfly Buddies • Life Cycles • Pollinator Pals • What's That Bug
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Junior Naturalist Adventure Guide
Add this self-guided activity booklet to your field trip for $3 per student. Students explore exhibits through interactive activities and hands-on learning.
Details:
- Aligned with 2nd–4th Grade NGSS standards
- Includes activities and educational materials
- Students earn a Junior Naturalist button and certificate
Homeschool Field Trips
Bring your homeschool group to Butterfly Pavilion for a hands-on science experience exploring the incredible world of invertebrates.
School Field Trip Capacity
Check our field trip calendar for availability and expected number of students for each day. The numbers listed do not include general admission guests. If you are booking for March-July, you should anticipate that other field trip groups will be present during your visit.
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Scholarships for Schools
Butterfly Pavilion, with support from Xcel Energy, offers scholarships to schools or groups where 35% or more of students qualify for the Federal Free and Reduced Lunch program, as funding allows:
- 75% or more students: Up to 40% scholarship
- 50% or more students: Up to 25% scholarship
- 35% or more students: Up to 15% scholarship
When requesting a scholarship on your program form, we will verify eligibility using Title 1 lists. If needed, we may request additional documentation, such as a letter on your organization’s letterhead confirming your student population’s eligibility.
