Week of Events
Butterfly Pavilion: Family Science Night
Butterfly Pavilion: Family Science Night
Experience Family Science Nights at Butterfly Pavilion for the unbeatable price of $5 per person! At these events, you can explore our exhibits after hours and enjoy self guided activities at themed stations scattered through the exhibits! As a bonus, upon completing all activities, each family member earns a special sticker and enjoys a 10% discount in our gift shop! Make your family nights memorable with our affordable and educational after-hours experience! Registration required! Ticket sales will close at 6:30pm on the day of the event, and admission to the event will also end at that time.
History from a “Birds Eye View” – Changes in feathered fauna in an evolving landscape
History from a “Birds Eye View” – Changes in feathered fauna in an evolving landscape
In addition to its own song, that Blue Jay calling out in your backyard sings its part in the chorus of Boulder County's story. This fascinating program, co-sponsored by the Boulder County Nature Association, tracks the changes in the nature of our land – how changes in human land use have transformed the avian fauna of our region. Join Naturalist, Martin Ogle, and Lafayette Historical Society's Gerry Morrell to find out!
History from a “Bird’s Eye View” – Changes in Feathered Fauna in an Evolving Landscape
History from a “Bird’s Eye View” – Changes in Feathered Fauna in an Evolving Landscape
Learn how the building of cities, planting of trees, creation of water projects and other human activities have ushered in many species (including some of the most familiar) and ushered out a number of others. What other songbirds followed the path of the Blue Jay? What water birds are newcomers to our prairie landscape? And what of the Burrowing Owl? Join naturalist Martin Ogle, and Lafayette Historical Society's Gerry Morrell to find out!