Butterfly House & Pollinator Path
Butterflies are among the most beautiful insects in the world. Our Butterfly House will give visitors the chance to see and experience butterflies up close and personal. Butterflies, as well as other pollinators, are not only fun to watch, but they serve a critical purpose pollinating over 75% of the world’s flowering plants.
As you approach the Butterfly House you will walk through the Pollinator Path filled with multi-colored blooming plants such as Orange Butterfly Weed (providing a place for butterflies to lay their eggs), Yarrow, Purple Coneflower and many more varieties that attract our pollinators and provide them with nectar. Once inside, you will be able to watch caterpillars go through the different stages of their life cycle and you may even be there when a butterfly emerges from its chrysalis to join the others in flight!
We are grateful to The Simon Foundation, Crocker Nurseries, and our volunteers and staff involved in making this possible!
When I mentioned that we were going to another museum, I got a lot of pushback. Then, we entered the butterfly house and all complaining ceased. Highly recommend.
Do I need to reserve a time slot?
If you wish to Feed the Butterflies, you may book your time slot online.
If you wish to visit the butterfly house, check at admissions when you arrive for your visit to see what time slots are available. Groups of 5-8 people can call to reserve group space.
Do I need to pay admission?
Yes, the Butterfly House is an add on. You must pay admission for your entire party or show your membership or other discount cards when you check in at the Butterfly Window.
Is there a member discount?
There is no member discount for Butterfly House Visits or Feedings.
Are children under 3 free?
No, everyone must purchase a ticket for Butterfly House Visits or Feedings.
How long is a Butterfly House visit / feeding?
Butterfly House Visits last 15 minutes. Butterfly Feedings last 20 minutes.
Can we bring a group larger than 8?
No. Town of Brewster occupancy rules restrict the number of people (no matter age) that may be in the Butterfly House. Groups larger than 8 will need to book multiple time slots.
Can I bring my stroller?
Strollers are not allowed inside the Butterfly House or inside the Museum during the summer months.
Is the Butterfly House wheelchair accessible?
Yes.