The Art and Science of Arachnids

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Get ready to encounter a variety of fascinating animals in The Art and Science of Arachnids! Visitors of all ages will have the opportunity to experience these animals in a fun, meaningful way.

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Time of Year
February 1, 2025 – May 4, 2025
Location
Level 2

Through beautiful artwork, cultural connections, live animals, and interactives that appeal to visitors of all ages, the exhibit highlights the significance of scorpions, tarantulas, vinegaroons, and other arachnids. Visitors wondering why spiders are so important for both humans and ecosystems around the world will leave with a new appreciation of these eight-legged marvels.

Access to this exhibit is included with Museum admission.

Get up close with the multimedia, science-based interactive elements throughout the exhibit! Test your web-weaving skills, learn more about silk, get a scientific look through macro photography, step into the spider lab, and more! Plus, have the chance to interact with some of these amazing critters during impromptu facilitated animal encounters.

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This limited-term exhibit is produced by Little Ray’s Exhibitions. Little Ray’s is one of the largest exotic animal rescue organizations in North America.

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