Due to the seasonal nature of Idlewild Butterfly Farm's operations, we will be posting our upcoming hours that are open for shopping in the Gift Shop, Special Events and Tours this Spring.
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Upcoming Events
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From Grass to Garden, Build a Pollinator Paradise from Scratch
Regular price $25.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Insect Taxidermy 101, March 21 6pm
Regular price $65.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Insectarium Tour [Click for Available Dates/Times]
Regular price $15.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Intermediate Insect Pinning, March 26 6pm
Regular price From $45.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Live Insect Illustration with Damon Thompson, Wednesday, 3/13
Regular price $40.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per
Idlewild Butterfly Farm Gift Certificate
Bug Out With Us!
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Butterflies
We raise butterflies for educational exhibits across the U.S. We also provide butterflies for local release in Kentucky for weddings, memorials and special events and education.
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Insectarium
Tour our Butterfly Rearing Laboratory and Insectarium for an up close look at our operations and our insects. Our USDA Inspected Containment Facility hosts exotic and native species of many types of insects!
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Protecting Our Pollinators
We specialize in providing native plants for pesticide-free pollinator habitat and pesticide-free control for garden pests to protect our pollinators. Attend a workshop and visit our gift shop for more resources.