March Morpho Mania

Members' Event

Members' Day
Wednesday, March 18

Enjoy a special narrated tour for members with one of our entomologists at 11 a.m., 12, 1 and 2 p.m.

Tours are limited to 25 people per slot. Free for Garden members and their guests (based on membership level). Advanced reservations are required by calling (636) 530-0076 ext.10



Contributing Sponsor

Sachs Properties

Media Room
Download images and the March Morpho Mania press release.


Big, bright, blue morpho butterflies are our visitors' favorite and all month long more than 3,000 of them will be fluttering about our tropical conservatory. Don't miss this dramatic sight while it lasts!

Throughout the month, visitors will learn about the critical role butterflies play in nature, and how the Butterfly House is involved with butterfly conservation efforts in Costa Rica.

Education Activities
Join us for educational activities, available each weekend in March from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

March 6 and 7
Learn about the mysterious stone sculptures of Costa Rica’s eastern Caribbean coast.

March 13 and 14
Delve into the significant global loss of amphibians and how it has impacted the frog populations of Costa Rica’s Pacific coast.

March 20 and 21
Learn about the Guanacaste Region and the “jewels” of Costa Rica, its blue morpho butterflies.

March 27 and 28
Play games from the Central Valley.

All activities are free with admission. Members of the Missouri Botanical Garden enjoy free admission. Become a member today!