FAQ
What are your hours? Prices?
Please refer to the calendar for hours.
Please refer to the calendar for hours.
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Do you require masks?
We require masks on the second Saturday and third Thursday of each month. We have masks available here for your convenience. Otherwise, masks are appreciated if you are sneezy, sniffling, or coughing (even if it's allergies).
Is the insectarium wheelchair accessible?
Yes, to the best of our ability! The front door has a step inside so there is a wooden ramp but no railing. Our space is small but we have done our best to make sure an average-sized wheelchair can move around and see everything, although it may be a tight squeeze, especially if we are at capacity. We are happy to move or arrange things to accommodate, if possible. We do not have a grab bar in the restroom.
Is the insectarium only for kids?
Absolutely not! Bugs, science, and learning are for all ages. We have activities that kids and adults enjoy, we even have a monthly Drink and Draw at a bar!
Do you sell jumping spiders or other bugs?
We are currently out of stock on regal jumping spiders but you can order through Sunday's Spiders or PNW Jumping Spiders. We are out of stock on mantises. We do carry terrariums, decor, substrates, supplies, and feeders for spiders and mantises (fruit flies, blue bottle flies). We also have isopod starter kits (dairy cow, powder blue/orange), Madagascar hissing cockroaches, Dubia roaches, and Simandoa Cave Roaches (not for beginners), mealworms, and superworms. If you are looking for mantises, your best bet is to check local reptile expos and facebook groups.
Can I donate my tarantula/stick insects/other pet bugs/bug I found outside?
Do you visit classrooms or other locations?
We can do remote events for a $50 fee (within 10 miles of insectarium) to pay for transportation/travel time in addition to our fee of $200 for the first hour and $100 for each additional hour. Please email for more information [email protected]
I see your capacity is ten people, we have more than that, can we still come?
Due to limited space and staff, as well as our commitment to accessibility, we cannot have more than 10 people in the insectarium at a time during general admission. If you book a private party or field trip, we can accommodate 15 people, and 20 depending on if the weather allows us to set up our outdoor space. You are also welcome to split your group up and book back-to-back time slots during general admission. If you have a group larger than 20, we can also come to you if you have a location that can host us.
Are you hiring? Looking for volunteers?
We are not hiring and only nonprofits can legally have volunteers - we are an LLC. If you would like to get involved, join our Bug Club! Any paid opportunities are always offered to Bug Club members first.
Can my child volunteer for you?
We have an internship program for ages 8-15, if you're interested, please email us [email protected]
Can we touch the bugs?
Roaches, beetles, and isopods (roly polies) are always available for touching and holding. When available, we charge $5 told hold mantises, jumping spiders, leaf insects, or millipedes. Mantises and jumping spiders often need breaks, and when it's busy, the risk of them falling and getting stepped on is higher, so we can't guarantee they will be available at all times. Tarantulas are very sensitive and stressed by sound and vibrations. If it is loud or too busy, we can't take them out. For this reason, tarantula handling is only available by appointment, during private events, or by signing up for a scheduled session. If you book a private tour/party, all bug handling options are potentially available.
You may observe our staff handling other animals like scorpions or other spiders, but we are experts and the only ones allowed to handle them.
We require masks on the second Saturday and third Thursday of each month. We have masks available here for your convenience. Otherwise, masks are appreciated if you are sneezy, sniffling, or coughing (even if it's allergies).
Is the insectarium wheelchair accessible?
Yes, to the best of our ability! The front door has a step inside so there is a wooden ramp but no railing. Our space is small but we have done our best to make sure an average-sized wheelchair can move around and see everything, although it may be a tight squeeze, especially if we are at capacity. We are happy to move or arrange things to accommodate, if possible. We do not have a grab bar in the restroom.
Is the insectarium only for kids?
Absolutely not! Bugs, science, and learning are for all ages. We have activities that kids and adults enjoy, we even have a monthly Drink and Draw at a bar!
Do you sell jumping spiders or other bugs?
We are currently out of stock on regal jumping spiders but you can order through Sunday's Spiders or PNW Jumping Spiders. We are out of stock on mantises. We do carry terrariums, decor, substrates, supplies, and feeders for spiders and mantises (fruit flies, blue bottle flies). We also have isopod starter kits (dairy cow, powder blue/orange), Madagascar hissing cockroaches, Dubia roaches, and Simandoa Cave Roaches (not for beginners), mealworms, and superworms. If you are looking for mantises, your best bet is to check local reptile expos and facebook groups.
Can I donate my tarantula/stick insects/other pet bugs/bug I found outside?
- We will accept any tarantula surrenders but may end up putting them up for adoption. See more about our Tarantula Adoption Program.
- We cannot take stick insects as they are illegal in Oregon without a permit. Please do not release stick insects or any non-native insects into the wild. You can email us if you need advice on what to do with your stick insects.
- We are happy to take most pet bugs or feeder bugs, we just can't take anything non-native that eats live plants like stick insects, grasshoppers, or caterpillars.
- If you find an interesting, pretty, or unusual bug outside, feel free to email us. Many bugs in the wild around here don't do well in captivity, but we are always happy to see a cool bug you found!
Do you visit classrooms or other locations?
We can do remote events for a $50 fee (within 10 miles of insectarium) to pay for transportation/travel time in addition to our fee of $200 for the first hour and $100 for each additional hour. Please email for more information [email protected]
I see your capacity is ten people, we have more than that, can we still come?
Due to limited space and staff, as well as our commitment to accessibility, we cannot have more than 10 people in the insectarium at a time during general admission. If you book a private party or field trip, we can accommodate 15 people, and 20 depending on if the weather allows us to set up our outdoor space. You are also welcome to split your group up and book back-to-back time slots during general admission. If you have a group larger than 20, we can also come to you if you have a location that can host us.
Are you hiring? Looking for volunteers?
We are not hiring and only nonprofits can legally have volunteers - we are an LLC. If you would like to get involved, join our Bug Club! Any paid opportunities are always offered to Bug Club members first.
Can my child volunteer for you?
We have an internship program for ages 8-15, if you're interested, please email us [email protected]
Can we touch the bugs?
Roaches, beetles, and isopods (roly polies) are always available for touching and holding. When available, we charge $5 told hold mantises, jumping spiders, leaf insects, or millipedes. Mantises and jumping spiders often need breaks, and when it's busy, the risk of them falling and getting stepped on is higher, so we can't guarantee they will be available at all times. Tarantulas are very sensitive and stressed by sound and vibrations. If it is loud or too busy, we can't take them out. For this reason, tarantula handling is only available by appointment, during private events, or by signing up for a scheduled session. If you book a private tour/party, all bug handling options are potentially available.
You may observe our staff handling other animals like scorpions or other spiders, but we are experts and the only ones allowed to handle them.