The Butterfly House

 

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 THINGS TO DO:

 

Conservatory

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The tropical conservatory is the heart of the Butterfly House. Its carefully controlled environment houses nearly 2,000 tropical butterflies in free flight. As many as 80 butterfly species and 150 tropical plant species are exhibited. Few moments in nature are as magical as watching a butterfly emerge from its chrysalis. This rarely seen transformation becomes an everyday occurrence in the "Miracle of Metamorphosis." Hundreds of chrysalides from around the world are on display with butterflies emerging before your very eyes.

The Butterfly Garden

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Our outdoor Butterfly Garden is a "backyard" demonstration garden.

Plants were carefully selected to provide habitat for the animals in

Faust Park and to serve as host plants

for caterpillars and nectar sources for butterflies.

The Monsanto Teaching Pavilion sits in the Butterfly Garden and

provides a favorite location for many weddings.

Overlooking the Butterfly Garden to the north and the reflecting pond to the south, the Emerson Lakeside Terrace is a multi-use patio that hosts weddings, receptions, corporate events, and black-tie galas. For information on private events at the Butterfly House call (636) 733-2339.

The Exhibit Hall

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The Exhibit Hall is where you'll find Small Wonders, a living exhibit focusing on the habitats and lifestyles of various invertebrates, and Arachnids, where you can get up close and personal with spiders, scorpions and their relatives. Don't miss the Butterflies of the World exhibit to get a glimpse of butterfly diversity. For our younger guests, the children's video, Butterflies, is shown continuously in the hallway. Finally, explore the world of Aquatic Invertebrates before exiting to the native Butterfly Garden.

Madame Butterfly Gift Shop

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Our gift shop offers something for everyone in an atmosphere brimming with souvenirs, educational toys, books and unique gifts related to butterflies and the natural environment. Proceeds from the shop support the continued operation of the Butterfly House.

Emerson Theater

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The Emerson Family Theater shows The Butterfly Effect on the hour and half hour. This 17 minute original film is an engaging introduction to butterfly behaviors and anatomy.

The Entry Plaza

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Overhead a graceful arch heralds the beginning of a magical experience. Underfoot, the plaza is constructed of butterfly-shaped paving stones. Many of the stones, inscribed with personal messages, tributes, and memorials, are gifts from families and individuals. There is still space to add your family milestones.

The "Lopatapillar"

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A 30-foot long caterpillar sculpture sits among native prairie plants just outside the entrance. It was created by artist Bob Cassilly and presented to the Butterfly House by Lucy and Stanley Lopata.

Mysterious Monarch

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Surrounded by seasonal gardens, this sculpture presents a great photo opportunity for families. The 28-foot tall butterfly was created by St. Louis sculptor Bob Cassilly and given to the Butterfly House by Rosemary and Joe Shaughnessy in honor of their grandchildren.

 

 

The Butterfly House is Open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

7 days a week through the end of March

$6 general admission
$5 seniors 65 & over
$4 children 3-12
Free children 2 & under

March Morpha Mania at The Butterfly House

 

 

March 1–31, 20139 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Open 7 days a week (March only)

Presented by Novus International, Inc.

March brings a very special kind of madness to the Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House—our annual March Morpho Mania^® event! Visit us during the month of March, when the Butterfly House floods the tropical conservatory with thousands of breathtaking Blue Morpho butterflies—a perennial favorite. What better way to celebrate spring?

Native to the forests of Central and South America, the Blue Morpho's dazzling, metallic blue is all in the eye of the beholder: their wings are not actually colored blue, but are lined with many tiny scales that only allow blue light to escape. And what a sight to behold: thousands of these creatures catching the light in our sunny conservatory.

Despite their opulence, wild Morpho peleides prefer to stay in the forest understory, feeding on fermenting fruit, tree sap, even decomposing animals—keeping their wings folded to avoid catching the eye of would-be predators. But during mating flights, Blue Morphos rise high into the canopy, attracting mates with their iridescent splendor.

Throughout the month, visitors will learn about the critical role butterflies play in nature, and how the Butterfly House is involved with butterfly conservation efforts in Costa Rica. Come inaugurate the season with these majestic creatures at the Butterfly House and immerse yourself in a sea of blue—all March long!

 

Don't miss this dramatic sight while it lasts! All activities are free with admission.

BOUNCE U

With our amazing kids' party inflatables, interactive activities,

knowledgeable staff, and one-of-a-kind environment, this place really is all about you.

 

Visit their two locations in Missouri:

 

Chesterfield - West County, Missouri 17365 Edison Ave. Chesterfield, Missouri 63005 Phone: (636) 532-JUMP(5867) West County chesterfield.mo@bounceu.com

St. Louis - South County, Missouri 4403 Meramec Bottom Road, Ste C St Louis, Missouri 63129 Phone: (314) 845-PLAY (7529) stlouis.mo@bounceu.com http://www.bounceu.com/party-places-for-kids/missouri/

Hartford Coffee House

 

 

HARTFORD COFFEE COMPANY PRESENTS

 

 

 

 

Family Fun Night is the first Wednesday of every month.

Be sure to check out the next one!

3974 Hartford Street

St Louis, MO 63116

 

 

Camp Creation Station

 

On Mondays in April, you little one can join Ms. Michelle for a class filled with art, music, creative exploration, story time, and free play. The first session, which is 4 weeks, features the theme "travels with Curious George." Classes are divided buy age group; 2-3 year olds at 9 am, 3-4 yealossless at 10 am, and 4-5 year olds at 11 am.

Class sizes are limited to 12 kids and registrations is a first come first serves basis. A parent, grandparent, or guardian must be present during class time. Call 314.289.3508 ext 2 t register.

Children's Garden Opening Weekend

Children's Garden Opening Weekend

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March 30 & 31, 2013
Activities 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Doris I. Schnuck Children's Garden is reopening just in time for spring! Get outside and enjoy two fun-filled days of hands-on activities.

• Seed Packet Making: Bring a little nature home by making a seed packet of Missouri native ornamental plants to take home to start your own garden this spring.
• Be a Plant Detective: Explore the plants we eat in our Edible Garden.
• Pot a Plant: Visit the potting station and select a leafy green edible plant to pot up and take home.

See live birds from the World Bird Sanctuary who will visit from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Enjoy live music by WildHeart from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. And get your face painted with snazzy spring-inspired cheek art!
Meet Finn, the Children's Garden friendly frog mascot, on Saturday at 11 a.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m.
Activities are included with Children’s Garden admission ($5 ages 3 to 12; adults included with general Garden admission).
Learn more

The Children's Garden is open March 30 through October 31 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.

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