Portland’s first zoo and museum dedicated entirely to insects and arachnids
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5429 N Moore Ave
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Please refer to the calendar for hours. Special events require tickets ahead of time - purchase here
Rent the insectarium for birthday parties, field trips, and other private events, more info here.
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Featuring a live bug zoo, pinned bugs, touchable bugs, a microscope, toys, games, a library, and experts to answer questions!
We do not have a business phone, contacts us at [email protected]. Please have patience as it may take several days to a week for a response. Check out our FAQ to see if your question is answered there. 30 or 45 minute time slots available
Use the "Book Now" button to purchase tickets No refunds for no-shows or less than 24 hr notice cancellations, full refund if canceled more than 3 days before, 50% refund if canceled within 1–3 days. You can also give your tickets to someone else by forwarding the confirmation email to them. If a time slot is locked or not available, we are either fully booked or closed and not taking walk-ins.
Kids under 2: FREE Members: FREE Thursdays are $5 (30 min), $7 (45 min) for everyone! 
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BugMobile Fudraiser
GoFundMe Link Since we first opened in December 2021, we’ve overcome many challenges, including being forced to relocate twice. Each move involves packing and transporting an entire zoo of live animals—a stressful and complex task. This past March, with just six days' notice that our building was being sold, we had to quickly to find a new home. Thankfully, with the help of a generous supporter, we secured a new space, and we were even given a van to help expand our reach. With the van, we’ve been able to bring the Insectarium experience to events like birthday parties, field trips, and the library—critical when it’s slow and general admission doesn’t cover our expenses. Unfortunately, this unexpected help has come to an abrupt end. The support we relied on has been withdrawn, and the van we use for events is being taken back. Without reliable transportation, we can’t do events outside of our space—putting a strain on our ability to keep the Insectarium afloat. We need your help to get back on the road! We’ve found a functioning 1999 Honda Accord for $1,500. To cover the cost of the car, any needed repairs, insurance, and provide a cushion for rent and bills, we’re aiming to raise $3,000. Your support means everything to us and the families, students, and bug enthusiasts who benefit from the Insectarium. Every contribution or share is helpful! Thank you for helping us stay on the move and making Portland a little more bug-friendly! |