Butterfly Pinning 101

Name: Butterfly Pinning 101
Start: 2026-08-16T13:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-08-16T15:00:00-04:00
Location: Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden

Schedule

Sun Aug 16 2026 at 01:00 pm to 03:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden | Lakeside, VA

BUTTERFLY PINNING
101
Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the delicate art of butterfly pinning — a timeless method of preserving these stunning insects for display. In this class, you’ll be guided through each step of the process, from rehydration of the specimens to proper pinning techniques. Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike, this class combines elements of entomology, art, and natural history. All materials will be provided, and you’ll leave with your own beautifully preserved butterfly and the knowledge to continue the craft at home. Conclude the class with a guided visit to Butterflies Bloom with Butterfly Exhibit Manager, Clara Aus. Note: All butterfly specimens are ethically and sustainably sourced!
Fees: Member $54, Non-Member $68
All programs are subject to change. Pre-registration through our website is required.
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden strives to be a Garden for all and we are committed to offering diverse adult learning opportunities that are inclusive and accessible to all learners. If you would like to request an accommodation to support your participation in an adult learning opportunity at the Garden, please contact [email protected] or call 804-262-9887 x328 and we will make our best effort to help.
EVENT DETAILS
All materials are provided. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather as this class will involve a visit to Butterflies Bloom.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:
Clara Aus is an insect expert and nature educator based in Richmond, VA. She is the Butterfly Exhibit Manager for Butterflies Bloom. She also teaches courses for adults at the Garden, with topics ranging from pollinator gardening, to medicinal plants, to butterfly pinning and display. Specializing in butterflies and moths, Clara combines her scientific knowledge and access to primary peer-reviewed research studies with easy to understand lessons and activities to inspire a deeper understanding of nature. Her goal is to help others observe and connect with nature so we can all do a better job of restoring and supporting the living world around us.