Bohart Museum of Entomology

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Our casual walk-in hours are Monday-Thursday from 9:00 am-Noon and 1:00-5:00 pm when UC Davis is open. Pre-arranged tours (eg schools, scouts, UC classes) may also occur during these times. Please be understanding that our space and staffing is limited. We will be closed for the winter holiday break (December 23-January 1).

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.