Introduction to Butterfly Season
The Los Angeles Natural History Museum takes wing this time of year. In fact, hundreds of wings. The museum’s seasonal Butterfly Pavilion, open now through Aug. 24, boasts more than 24 different species of butterfly, including such California natives as the Mourning cloak and Common buckeye.
The Butterfly Pavilion Experience
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A Malachite feeds in the Natural History Museum’s Butterfly Pavilion in Los Angeles on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 where visitors could find 24 species of butterflies and moths zooming around. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
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Sabrina Thompson, of La Crescenta, and her daughters Lennon, 20 months, and Scottie, 3 months, visit the Natural History Museum’s Butterfly Pavilion in Los Angeles on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 where visitors could find 24 species of butterflies and moths zooming around. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
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Jennifer Lash, of Maryland, watches Blue Morpho and 24 other species of butterflies and moths zoom around in the Natural History Museum’s Butterfly Pavilion in Los Angeles on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
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People visit the Natural History Museum’s Butterfly Pavilion in Los Angeles on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 where visitors could find 24 species of butterflies and moths zooming around. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
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People visit The Natural History Museum’s Butterfly Pavilion in Los Angeles on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 where visitors could find 24 species of butterflies and moths zooming around. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
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Butterflies are seen in the Natural History Museum’s Butterfly Pavilion in Los Angeles on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 where visitors could find 24 species of butterflies and moths zooming around. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
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With their mother Natalie Gamez, Olivia, 6, Mateo, 5, and Xochitl, 2, of El Monte, watch Blue Morpho and 24 other species of butterflies and moths zoom around in the Natural History Museum’s Butterfly Pavilion in Los Angeles on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
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A young girl holds out her arm in hopes a Blue Morpho lands on her in the Natural History Museum’s Butterfly Pavilion in Los Angeles on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
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A Malachite feeds in the Natural History Museum’s Butterfly Pavilion in Los Angeles on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 where visitors could find 24 species of butterflies and moths zooming around. (Photo by Sarah Reingewirtz, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
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Museum educators and animal care specialists are on hand each day to offer details about these lovely creatures.
Visiting the Pavilion
The cost is $10 per person (general admission also required) for a 30-minute visit to the pavilion — but free to members. Reservations are required.
Conclusion
The Los Angeles Natural History Museum’s Butterfly Pavilion is a must-visit attraction for anyone interested in these beautiful creatures. With over 24 species of butterflies and moths on display, it’s an experience you won’t want to miss.
FAQs
Q: How long is the visit to the pavilion?
A: The visit to the pavilion is 30 minutes long.
Q: Do I need to make a reservation?
A: Yes, reservations are required.
Q: How much does it cost to visit the pavilion?
A: The cost is $10 per person, plus general admission.
Q: Are the pavilion and museum open to members for free?
A: Yes, the pavilion is free to members, but general admission to the museum may still be required.
