Bohart Museum of Entomology

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Museum Happenings

We apologize for any inconvenience, but our public, walk-in hours are limited this summer, because it turns out we are busy with organized tours, regional programs, field research, and conferences. However, we look forward to seeing you Tuesday afternoons and the evening of Saturday, July 22 for "Night at the Museum."

2023 Summer hours at the Bohart Museum of Entomology on Tuesdays from 2:00-5:00 pm

July 22, 2023 night time event flyer for the Bohart Museum of Entomology

News

Bill Patterson Gives Generous Gift to the Bohart

Bill Patterson, longtime butterfly collector and supporter of the University of California, Davis, is giving $1 million to the university’s R.M. Bohart Museum of Entomology to help maintain its permanent insect collection. This gift will provide the museum with the necessary financial security to support its ever-growing collection.
“I hope my donation will help educate the community about the importance of butterflies and moths,” Patterson said, adding that with this gift, his aim is to benefit researchers and the museum’s extensive collection of almost 8 million insect specimens. Read more here.