A Non-Profit Vintage Taxidermy & Insect Museum
Rooftop Garden Fundraiser!
We're thrilled to announce our initiative to create a rooftop garden at The Insect Asylum, providing much-needed green space to support our educational and conservation efforts. This project, in collaboration with AGA and FPL, will host our native insect program, garden initiatives, and outdoor educational events. Undertaking this endeavor involves considerable effort, requiring both funds and ingenuity to redesign our space. We have secured a grant which operates on a reimbursement basis, necessitating self-funding with the city of Chicago reimbursing us upon project completion. To bring this vision to life, we seek your support through monetary contributions, material donations, and volunteer assistance. Together, let's cultivate a greener, more vibrant community space. Your assistance will make a significant impact on our journey towards creating a thriving rooftop oasis.
We're working our way weekly through archiving The Insect Asylum's collection! Each piece has a story, and Nina tells all!
All are welcome to learn and enjoy the museum.
Insect pinning are just a few of the many classes and workshops held at the Insect Asylum
Much of the pinned insects and artwork done with them is made in house.
All are welcome to learn and enjoy the museum.
Education at the Asylum
The Insect Asylum is committed to providing a unique and immersive educational experience that fosters an appreciation for animals and the natural world. As an institution that values art, we believe that taxidermy and entomology are important practices. By combining education and art, we aim to inspire curiosity and respect for nature in everyone.
The insect Asylum also houses a variety of taxidermy and taxidermy art.
Framed works of pinned insect art are available for purchase.
Art by Angela Bachman. We represent about 68 different artists.
The insect Asylum also houses a variety of taxidermy and taxidermy art.
Upcoming Events
August Events
Butterfly Pinning Workshop
Sunday, July 28 • 3:30 PM
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Beetle Pinning Workshop
Sunday, July 28 • 5:00 PM
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Cat Jam Chicago at The Insect Asylum!
Tuesday, July 30 • 7:00 PM
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Community Day 1/2 Off Admission
Wednesday, July 31 • 3:00 PM
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Sensory Friendly Friday
Friday, August 2• 11:00 AM
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Cicada Pinning Workshop
Sat, Aug 3 • 3:00 PM
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Sensory Seeking Sunday
Sun, Aug 4 • 1:30 PM
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Butterfly Pinning Workshop
Sun, Aug 4 • 4:30 PM
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Beetle Pinning Workshop
Sun, Aug 4 • 6:00 PM
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Cat Jam Chicago at The Insect Asylum!
Tue, Aug 6 • 7:00 PM
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Sensory Friendly Friday
Fri, Aug 9 • 11:00 AM
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Zombie Cicada Pinning Workshop
Sat, Aug 10 • 3:00 PM
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Sensory Seeking Sunday
Sun, Aug 11 • 1:30 PM
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Owl Pellet Dissection / Jewelry Making Workshop
Sun, Aug 11 • 3:00 PM
Cat Jam Chicago at The Insect Asylum!
Tue, Aug 13 • 7:00 PM
Community Day 1/2 Off Admission
Wed, Aug 14 • 3:00 PM
Sensory Friendly Friday
Fri, Aug 16 • 11:00 AM
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Sunset Moth Pinning Class
Fri, Aug 16 • 6:00 PM
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Animal Crossing Treasure Hunt at The Insect Asylum
Sat, Aug 17 • 1:00 PM
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Sensory Seeking Sunday
Sun, Aug 18 • 1:30 PM
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Sturgeon Full Moon Intention Vial Workshop
Sun, Aug 18 • 3:00 PM
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Owl Pellet Dissection / Jewelry Making Workshop
Sun, Aug 18 • 5:00 PM
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Lift and Play: Beginner Acro Yoga at the Insect Asylum
Mon, Aug 19 • 6:30 PM
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Cat Jam Chicago at The Insect Asylum!
Tue, Aug 20 • 7:00 PM
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Sensory Friendly Friday
Fri, Aug 23 • 11:00 AM
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Butterfly Pinning Workshop
Fri, Aug 23 • 4:00 PM
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Beetle Pinning Workshop
Fri, Aug 23 • 6:00 PM
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Giant 5 Horned Beetle Pinning Class
Sat, Aug 24 • 12:00 PM
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Interactive Animal Yoga ft. Echo the Chameleon
Sat, Aug 24 • 2:00 PM
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Tarantula Pinning Workshop
Sun, Aug 25 • 3:00 PM
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Cicada Pinning Workshop
Sun, Aug 25 • 6:00 PM
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Cat Jam Chicago at The Insect Asylum!
Tue, Aug 27 • 7:00 PM
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Community Day 1/2 Off Admission
Wed, Aug 28 • 3:00 PM
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Sensory Friendly Friday
Fri, Aug 30 • 11:00 AM
Preservation Class: Wet Specimen
Sat, Aug 31 • 5:00 PM
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