A Non-Profit Vintage Taxidermy & Insect Museum
Welcome to the Insect Asylum—a unique museum celebrating the amazing world of insects and their vital role in our ecosystem. With over 5,000 specimens and interactive exhibits, our hands-on showroom offers an immersive experience where you can touch, explore, and learn.
See live insects up close and discover some of the planet’s most diverse species. Interested in specimen preservation? Join one of our inspiring classes. Our museum isn’t just about science and art—it’s a community hub featuring music, poetry, and dance events in a whimsical, welcoming space for all ages.
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We’re available for event rentals, educational programs, commissions, partnerships, and more. As a nonprofit, every dollar supports our mission to educate and inspire.
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Plus, our gift shop is free to the public and open during regular hours, showcasing works from over 60 local independent artists. There’s always something new to discover!
We're working our way weekly through archiving The Insect Asylum's collection! Each piece has a story, and Nina tells all!
All are welcome to learn and enjoy the museum.
Insect pinning are just a few of the many classes and workshops held at the Insect Asylum
Much of the pinned insects and artwork done with them is made in house.
All are welcome to learn and enjoy the museum.
Education​
The Insect Asylum is committed to providing a unique and immersive educational experience that fosters an appreciation for animals and the natural world. As an institution that values art, we believe that taxidermy and entomology are important practices. By combining education and art, we aim to inspire curiosity and respect for nature in everyone.
The insect Asylum also houses a variety of taxidermy and taxidermy art.
Framed works of pinned insect art are available for purchase.
Art by Angela Bachman. We represent about 68 different artists.
The insect Asylum also houses a variety of taxidermy and taxidermy art.
Upcoming Events
June Events - Check out our classes & events page for full info!​​
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6/3 Cat Jam 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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6/6 Sensory Friendly Friday 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
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6/10 Cat Jam 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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6/11 Community Day3:00 pm - 8:00 pm, lunar intention vial workshop 3-4
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6/12 byob opossum paint and sip 6-8:30
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6/13 Sensory Friendly Friday 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
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6/14 Squirrel Skeleton Articulation Class 11-6 pm
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6/15 Father's Day Discounted Admission day - $15 each father figure 11-8 pm, Father's Day Opossum Paint and Sip 6-8 pm,
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6/17 Cat Jam 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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6/20 Sensory Friendly Friday 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, byob opossum paint and sip 6-8:30, Summer Solstice Nature Field Study 7-11
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6/21/ Butterfly Pinning Workshop 3-4 pm, Beetle Pinning Workshop 5-7 pm
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6/22 cicada pinning workshop 6-7 pm, Midsummer Gardening Workshop 2-3 pm
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6/24 Cat Jam 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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6/25 Community Day3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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6/26 Bug & Block: Linocut Carving Workshop at The Insect Asylum 6-8 pm
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6/27 Sensory Friendly Friday 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, Reptile Wet specimens class (snakes & lizards)6:30 - 8:30 pm
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6/28 owl pellet/resin jewelry 3-4 pm, bug framing workshop12-2 pm
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6/29 animal yoga 12-1 pm, wings and things: monarch chrysalis crafting 1-2 pm, wings and things: monarch butterfly pinning 2:30 - 3:30 pm
TIA Merchandise
Cicada season is over, and with it our parade-a. Check here for information on what do do with your cicadas and our future plans for the fundraiser. Thanks to all participants!
