More than 400 butterflies from all over the world flutter around the greenhouse at Brookside Gardens’ South Conservatory House. The Butterfly Experience opened Thursday and continues until September 21.
The wildly colorful insects share their environment with equally vibrant plants and flowers. Butterflies like temperatures of 55 degrees or more and high humidity. If the sun is out visitors would be advised to wear light clothing.
Visitors can learn all about the butterflies’ life cycle and the role they play in ecosystems.
Brookside Gardens has been hosting the highly popular seasonal butterfly exhibit since 1997 when it was originally called “Wings of Fancy.” Paused during the pandemic this year marks the first time it has returned.
You must have a ticket to enter the Experience. Chidren under 3 get in for free, but must have a ticket. Prices for children 3 to 12 cost $9. Adults will pay $14. Tickets can be purchased online or on site through a QR code. Tickets have a timed entry with a specific day and time for arrival. The Gardens recommend advanced ticket purchase since same day tickets can be limited.
The conservancy is located at 1500 Glenallen Avenue in Silver Spring. Additional parking is available at the Gardens’ parking lot at 1800 Glenallen Avenue.
