Join us for an enchanting journey into the world of butterflies in our Butterfly Bungalow.
Step into a realm of fluttering wings and vibrant colors as you explore the Butterfly Bungalow. Watch butterflies emerge from chrysalides, explore a pollinator paradise, search for hungry caterpillars among the leaves and more! Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to learn about and interact with the butterflies you may find in your own backyard.
Butterfly Bungalow Hours
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.* during Garden open hours. See here for Garden hours.
*The Bungalow is closed from 11:30 a.m.-12 p.m. every Wednesday for Butterfly Release Experiences. Book yours here!
The Butterfly Bungalow is a summer exhibit open from May 23-Labor Day
Upcoming Bungalow Events
Beer + Butterflies Date Night
Friday, September 4 | 6 p.m.
Enjoy craft beers, ciders, and other beverages from a selection of local vendors as you stroll the gardens and enjoy a relaxed evening with friends or someone special. Throughout the night, our Butterfly Bungalow will be open exclusively for event guests, featuring guided tours that explore the surprising connection between butterflies and fermentation. Guests will also have the opportunity to experience one of our favorite Butterfly Bungalow activities using our nectar sticks. With a little patience, butterflies may choose to land on the nectar stick, allowing for an incredible close-up encounter.
NEW – Guests may add on a special Butterfly Release Experience to make their Date Night extra magical. Learn more here.
Join us for Bye, Bye, Butterfly!
Friday, September 4-Sunday, September 6
Celebrate the close of another unforgettable butterfly season during Bye Bye, Butterfly! Join us for the weekend as we bid farewell to the Butterfly Bungalow for 2026 with special workshops, hands-on butterfly experiences, themed crafts and family-friendly activities that celebrate these incredible pollinators before they flutter to warmer climates until next year!
The Butterfly Bungalow is sponsored by:
Our gratitude goes out to our 2026 Butterfly Sponsors, who donated to dedicate a butterfly to a loved one.
Happy 18th Birthday Maggie! – Sponsored by Sarah Work
In honor of Benjamin Liston’s 5th grade graduation from Eastover Elementary! – Sponsored by Laura Liston
In memory of Henry Raxter – Sponsored by Linda Raxter
In honor of Karyl McLean who mentored students to assist in tagging Monarch butterflies at Fredonia High School, Fredonia, NY for many years. – Sponsored by Connie Duff
In memory of Margaret Eyler, the most amazing mother and grandmother, and lover of all flowers, butterflies and birds. – Sponsored by Margot Rhoades
In memory of Oldemor, missed and loved every day – Sponsored by Aia Lundh
In memory of our son, Barton Michael McFadden forever young and forever loved. Somewhere Over The Rainbow. Sponsored by Don and Penny Greene
In loving memory of Lisa Lynn Hendershot. – Sponsored by Ashley Welter
For Amanda, My Love – Sponsored by Luke Hill
To Stowe, for the butterfly experience. – Sponsored by Cynthia Cole
In loving memory of Garrett Ellis, who loved the sky. Now he has wings of his own. – Sponsored by Kevin Davis
In memory of Judy Raymond – most loved mother and grandmother – Sponsored by Paula Jones
In memory of our son, Slade Stephen McFadden. Always and forever loved; Go Rest High On That Mountain. – Sponsored by Don and Penny Greene
Forever our angel. We love you Maeve Whilden. – Sponsored by Miranda Thozeski
In celebration of Julie: a loving force serving all living creatures in the universe with healing energy. – Sponsored by Anna Vordermark
In memory of Ms. Hallie Jane Mehler, my high school biology teacher in Saline, Michigan. She taught me my first scientific name, Taraxacum officinale (Common Dandelion) and is very responsible for making me what I’m today. – Sponsored by Keith Camburn
In honor of Caleb Holloway. – Sponsored by Krista Bowen
Happy Birthday Linda, Love You – Sponsored by The Pruitts
In memory of Teddy Rhoades, we miss you every day. – Sponsored by Margot Rhoades
Congratulations Daniel! Love, Your Family!!! PS: I love you more – Sponsored by Kim Strout and family
In memory of my son, Matthew Puckett, who loved butterflies as much as I do. I miss our days going to the garden. I hope the butterflies are flying with you in heaven. – Sponsored by Stephanie Puckett
In loving memory of my heart’s one true love, my beautiful mom, Claryce June Asmus. – Sponsored by Michelle Baird
In memory of Mary Gail Freeman – Sponsored by Amanda Clawson
In memory of Ed Muir, my dad, who loved the outdoors and everything about nature. I am sad I never got the chance to bring him to this Butterfly Bungalow. – Sponsored by Kathy Pignio
In celebration of Amber Herscher’s 50th birthday. May you keep changing, and spreading your wings as life continues to bring you joy. May your struggles be few and your ability to overcome be great. – Sponsored by Teresa Kirschmann
Celebrating my wife, Joanna and my two daughters Emily and Natalie. You are all loved very much! – Sponsored by Nathan Elliot
In memory of Abigail Kathleen Burroughs – a lovely daughter who passed away in 2001 at the age of 21. She loved to watch butterflies. – Sponsored by Gene Kreueger
In loving memory of Joshua Hatcher. Always here. – Sponsored by Sarah Harris
In celebration of Ava Workman’s high school graduation and acceptance into Michigan State’s Entomology class of 2030! Love Mom, Dad & Jake
In loving memory of my forever best friend Christy Wetzel. The seat beside me may now sit empty, but it will forever be filled with your memory. I love you, and have too much to tell you when I see you again. – Sponsored by Jessi Harper
For Remy and Frankie, my butterfly lovers. – Sponsored by Judith Fraser
In memory of Laura Anne Blau – Sponsored by Granddad & Grandmom Blau
In Loving Memory of John Hindman – Forever Loved & Missed – Sponsored by Jennifer McCurly
In loving memory of Steven Panzella. Forever loved, forever missed, always in our hearts. Dedicated on behalf of Mom, Bianca, Grandma, Grandpa, Titi Amanda, Uncle Danny, Titi Marissa, Uncle Andrew, and your cousins.
In Memory of Eric McCurley- Forever Missing You – Sponsored by Jennifer McCurly
In memory of Judith Geissele – Sponsored by Melissa Bideau
In celebration of all Candace Duncan has done to make this fabulous Butterfly Bungalow – Sponsored by Debora Hutchins
All our love to Mary Beth! Come visit soon and we’ll go see the butterflies again. Love, Michael, Teresa & Smush
In honor of my granddaughters – Sponsored by Michael Clement
In memory of our beloved Kelsey – we know you are soaring free and enjoying beauty from above. Love Mom, Dad and Shay
In memory of Sally Anderson – your memory and laughter live on – Sponsored by Cortney Mospan
Honoring my son Tom, who loves nature . For his courage to move forward♥️🦋 – Sponsored by Deb Sanders
In memory of Joanne Miller – devoted Grandmother and Mother. Till we meet again. Love, The Worsmans
In honor of John Anderson’s unwavering passion for all creatures, large and small. From his family. – Sponsored by Trish Anderson
In memory of Nora, who would have loved butterflies as much as she did bubbles. With love, Nana and Papa
In honor of Nellie, who likes to nurture butterflies and visit the Butterfly Bungalow! With love, Nana and Papa
In memory of Steve Macaluso. My one & only blood brother ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ – Sponsored by Laura Delplace
In honor of Deborah Hutchins, a wonderful friend, lover of butterflies, and volunteer at the Conversancy. – Sponsored by Allison Watson
In Memory of James A. Eanes. Now flying strong and bold forever in God’s eternal garden! – Sponsored by Lisa KIM Eanes
In Memory of Jewell Perkins Eanes! Now beautifully fluttering around Jesus’ feet for eternity! – Sponsored by Lisa KIM Eanes
In loving memory of our son Matthew Robert Cox – With love from Henry and Debby Cox
In memory of Jean Wang – Sponsored by Mia Wang
In memory of my Dad and in honor and appreciation of my Mom – Love, AJ
In memory of Christy W…I am forever greatful for your best friend Jessi bringing us together to become close friends. Keep an eye on Sam for me. Until we meet again 💗 – Sponsored by Kathleen Toltz
In memory of Keramat, also known as “Daddy” and “Pampa.” – Sponsored by Gazale Poorsoltan
In loving memory of John Worthington Jr. May he enjoy peace and love up in heaven while watching over his loved ones. – Sponsored by Lanie McDonald
In memory of our beloved Kelsey – we know you are soaring free and enjoying beauty from above. Love Mom, Dad and Shay
In celebration of the horticulture staff for their dedication to providing beautiful gardens! – Sponsored by Diane Marsfelder
In loving memory of Ruth I. Horton, a true saint and servant of the Lord and the most loving and compassionate mother God could have blessed us with. We miss you, dearly. ❤️ – Sponsored by Laurie & Alan Sauber
In memory of our precious mom, Boots LaRocca Forever in our hearts, – her girls – Sponsored by Rohnda Craig
In memory of my mother, Gregoria (Gloria) Rodriguez. Dear Mami, just as a butterfly takes flight, I find comfort that your spirit is free, finally in peace, and dancing among the heavens. ♡ ♡ I love and miss you ♡ ♡ Your daughter, Melissa
In memory of Lindy Roth who’s wish it is to return to this earth as a butterfly, if only for two weeks. – Sponsored by Elsie and Robert Magnuson
In Memory of Terese Flanagan – Sponsored by Tim Flanagan
In memory of Sally Anderson — your memory and laughter live on – Sponsored by Cortney Mospan
Happy birthday to my wonderful wife Lauren Bolen! – Sponsored by Tom Bolen
In memory of Paula Thompkins, lover of all flowers and gardens! – Sponsored by Carrie Steele
To celebrate our mom, grandma & GG, Dorothy Zieg, as she celebrates her 88th Birthday! Thanks for inspiring us to plant & nurture our gardens to care for the 🦋 butterflies & nature’s wonders. – Sponsored by Sandy Dixon
In loving memory of Mike Puckett. Forever loved and remembered. For the George Family. – Sponsored by Shannon Griesman
In honor of Donna Johnson – the best gardener I know! Her spirit is like that of a butterfly. – Sponsored by Dawn Martin
From The Heart CPR Sudden Cardiac Arrest Survivor 7-12-13 – Sponsored by Karen Schwabenlender
Happy 80th Birthday, Doug Dinnella! – Sponsored by Susain Boockmeier
In honor of Susan Hunt and her artistic heart. – Sponsored by Joseph + Suzanne Hunt
In memory of Claire May. The best mommy ever. – Sponsored by Nicole Bruno
To my wonderful wife, April. – Sponsored by Richard Wysocki
In memory of the little ones who left our family too soon. With love from Lolli and Pop. – Sponsored by Jennifer White
For my friend Betty, may she remember fondly the past and take “wing” for this next chapter With love, Maggie
In loving memory of my husband, Bo Owings. We miss you so much! – Sponsored by Karen Owings
In memory of our mother, Willene Bagley who exhibited joy for 97 years. – Sponsored by Celeste Bagley
In honor of all those fighting cancer. 🌸💗 – Sponsored by Christine Cordy
In memory of Carol Ann and Roy Merry. – Sponsored by Robin Merry
In loving memory of JD. – Sponsored by Jen Honick
In honor of our dear friend/ almost son…Oliver – Sponsored by Mary Doehle
On memory of my big li’l sis, Doreen Stanley. – Sponsored by Dee Kantner
For our mothers who have grown wings and now fly with the butterflies – Sponsored by Jimmy and Jenny White
In memory of Joy & Ken Sigmon. We miss you. – Sponsored by Marti McBride
Karl and Hans Ulmer—For bringing such joy to my life!! Love, Tia Kimberly!
In memory of our mom, Carolyn Wagner. – Sponsored by Wendy Cauthen
In memory of my mama – Martha Stewart. I feel you all around , especially your favorite places like the garden. I miss you so much, mama. – Sponsored by Renee Jones
In honor of my husband, Tony, who plants milkweed for the butterflies. – All my love, Sherry
Happy 2nd Birthday to Oliver Holland – Sponsored by Anita Gluodenis
In memory of my beloved best friend, Roxie. – Heather Reeve
In memory of Emily Beckham (Mommie). You are missed every day! And in honor of my granddaughter Mila who is my butterfly and nature lover. I love you MORE!! 😍 – Sponsored by Sharon Hinson
In memory of Natalie Smith. May her memory inspire strength, safety and new beginnings for others. – Sponsored by Jennifer Street
