Butterfly Pavilion
About
Butterfly Pavilion - Indoor Tropical Conservatory in Westminster
Indoor tropical conservatory with 1,600+ free-flying butterflies, plus exhibits dedicated to crustaceans, arachnids, and Colorado backyard invertebrates. Located in Westminster, just northwest of Denver, the pavilion operates as a non-profit invertebrate zoo.
Programs for Kids
Year-round programming for ages 2 and up. Programs include:
- Day camps during summer and school breaks
- Children and Family Programs
- Schools and Youth Groups field trips
- Children's Birthday Parties
- Colorado Backyard immersive indoor playground
What's Included
- Camps organized by age band
- Educator-led labs for school groups
- Tropical conservatory, exhibit galleries, and outdoor gardens
- Member general admission and program discounts
Experience
North Denver metro families use the pavilion for kids' first up-close encounters with insects and invertebrates. Younger sessions emphasize sensory exploration and storytelling; older sessions cover invertebrate biology, ecosystems, and pollinator ecology.