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Family Nights at the Museum: Bug Pinning

  • Historic Sam Davis Home 1399 Sam Davis Road Smyrna, TN, 37167 United States (map)

Have you ever wanted to display your very own bug collection?  Entomologist, Dr. Steve Murphree will be leading this workshop on how to create your own insect boards to take home!  Dr. Murphree will take us on a walk around the historic grounds, demonstrating how to collect insects for your boards.  You will get to collect the insects that you pin!  This beginner-friendly workshop combines a brief introduction to the world of insects with hands-on instruction on how to ethically and sustainably collect, pin, and preserve insects. 

Earlier Event: June 12
Bug Pinning Class (for adults only)
Later Event: July 6
Board of Trustees Meeting