Insectropolis, the Bugseum of New Jersey

Insectropolis, the Bugseum of New Jersey

Insectropolis, the Bugseum of New Jersey
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Gittmer
Toms River, NJ44 contributions
Mar 2020
Don't let the small size fool ya! Incredible variety of exhibits and insects from all over the world. Most interesting and educational. Wheel chair friendly. Ample parking. The staff are all so friendly and willing to help, cheerfully answering any and all questions. We are eager to take relatives next time they're in town. Nice gift shop. DO check their web site, as the hours are limited.
Written March 13, 2020
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Avalon19
Brooklyn, NY31 contributions
May 2013 • Family
We went here on a whim this past Saturday. It was fantastic! The museum displays were amazing especially the walking sticks and honey bees. We especially liked the show and tell and the staff -
Jess was great with the crowd and kids. The store also has lots of cool educational gifts for kids and adults. A great experience.
Written May 20, 2013
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NJ-Surfcrab
Manchester Township, NJ205 contributions
Jun 2011
A nice way to spend an hour, maybe more. A mix of collections (large butterfly collection) and live insects. It's important to talk to the staff as they make the visit much more interesting and enjoyable and your youngsters (and you) will get to meet insects as up close and personal as you would like. Take a camera to record that moment for the family history. It's cleverly themed - the rock is where the story of the "bad insects" is told; the transportation center is a live bee hive (under glass). There are bug computer games and a gift shop with a bug theme. Check out how they ID the boys/girls restrooms.
Written July 29, 2011
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NjGirl08820
NJ126 contributions
I am always looking for the fun place to take my kids on the cold winter day so I came across this place. What a great collection of bugs and butterflies! I have never seen that many different kinds of bugs. Some of them are so pretty you would think they are painted. It's amazing that nature had created. This place is not too big - about an hour for the whole display. They have a live presentation during which you can pet/touch the bugs - scorpion, tarantula. Most suitable for the kids 4 and up.
Written November 27, 2010
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jerseyjulie13
Millstone, NJ2 contributions
Feb 2011
We visited the museum with our girl scout troop of 4th graders and my 2nd grade son. They all loved it! The museum has a variety of themed rooms with living and dead insects on display. The collection of tarantulas was especially cool! The kids got to touch a trantula, millipede, hissing cockroach and an Emperor Scorpion. You can see the inside of 2 real bee hives and watch the bees at work through a thin layer of glass. I didn't know so many beetle varieties existed on this planet! And the displays of pinned butterflies are equisite. You will want to stop and read about these interesting creatures and enjoy some fantastic artwork (murals) that set the scene. The girls can't wait to go back again. 3 hours is probably an appropriate amount of time. There is a reasonably priced gift shop on site.
Written February 27, 2011
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sunneeNj
Pennington, NJ30 contributions
My five year old loved it, some kids were afraid to touch bugs but he was ready to touch everything, plenty of free parking
Written December 9, 2010
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RCSmiles
Lansdale, PA15 contributions
Sep 2017 • Family
My wife and I took our 3 young daughters (ages 5 and 6) to Insectopolis for a rainy day activity. Although a "back building" on the lot where housed, this museum has live presentations with petting of insects, many diverse ecosystems' insects shown, and a huge amount of information that is fun and interesting. Our presenter was Mario, a patient and friendly entomologist who showed us (and we touched) a scorpion, a (hairy!) tarantula, a millipede, etc.
The place is much larger than the Philadelphia museum, and covers many more species and the ecosystems where they are found. We had a very enjoyable time, and the clean restrooms are a big plus for those with children!
Written September 6, 2017
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jovitaf540
Lakewood2 contributions
Apr 2016 • Family
Interactive with children and young teens and educational. It was fun for them to get to touch the different bugs. Good for preschool, school age and young teens with adults. Seeing the bees and ants was amazing. Church groups will enjoy this trip. I am a senior and loved it too.
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There is a gift shop, always fun for kids. I recommend this for visitors year round. Suggest you call ahead for group tours.
Written March 14, 2017
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wildzootv
Alexandria, VA74 contributions
Apr 2015 • Family
If you are with in an 45 minutes of Insectropolis and are an Insect fan or have kids who love bugs - this place is right for you. Driving up it looks like a small warehouse but inside it is tastefully decorated. We found it hilarious that it is right behind a Pest Control place! Many different variety of species are found here and the place is both engaging and educational. The staff are friendly and knowledgable. The hands on show is a must.

*good to note*
- that they did offer a military discount provided ID shown.
-stroller friendly
-there is a small gift shop on the premises
-ample parking
Written April 12, 2015
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L R
Middletown, NJ62 contributions
Nov 2014 • Family
A great bug museum, lots of well designed displays, many with live insects, pleasant, knowledgeable staff, interactive displays, My 7-year-old granddaughter and her 4-year-old brother LOVED it. Don't miss the presentation where you get an opportunity to touch the bugs.
Written November 29, 2014
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