SOAR – Tropical Butterflies at South Coast Botanic Garden had a successful four-month run in our new butterfly pavilion. While it may have closed its doors back in July, our butterfly pavilion is just getting started!
SOAR – Monarch Migration will take over the pavilion starting October 1, 2021, and Garden Members will have access to discounted tickets and a Member presale starting September 7, 2021. Not a Garden Member yet? Become one today (trust us, it’s worth it with GLOW’s presale also coming up!).
Monarchs are one of only a few butterfly species that migrate. At this brand-new exhibit, visitors are invited to come learn why, how and where they travel. Our immersive pavilion, which will be replanted inside, will showcase not only Monarchs, but also a few mimics (other butterflies that may look like a Monarch but aren’t actually). Our SOAR guides (both our in person guides and our educational materials) can help you become a butterfly detective so you can tell the difference between the species in the pavilion. Plus, the host and nectar garden outside the pavilion will be replanted with everything our Western Monarchs love, including milkweed, which helps repopulate this very special butterfly.
Monarchs have a very important story to tell. While they may be the most well-known butterfly, their population is on a steep decline. Our exhibit will also touch on what YOU can do to help.
“While we want to bring exciting and fun experiences to our Members and community, it’s even better when those experiences also provide education,” says Adrienne Nakashima, the Garden’s CEO. “The Monarch butterfly is a beloved member of our Garden, flying freely throughout our 87 acres. To be able to further educate the community about this beautiful species while providing a magical experience for all ages, well, that’s representative of everything the Garden strives to be.”
SOAR – Monarch Migration will run through November 30, 2021. Tickets to the general public will go on sale September 22, 2021.
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