Butterfly Habitat Garden

Title

Butterfly Habitat Garden

Description

Built in 1995, the Smithsonian Butterfly Garden supports a variety of plant species which are important to the life cycle of butterflies in the Eastern United States. The 11,000 square foot area was originally built with funds provided by the Smithsonian Women's Committee and was later expanded through a gift from the Garden Club of America. The garden is comprised of several habitats, including an urban garden which showcases butterfly-friendly plants commonly found in American cities.

Source

Smithsonian Institution. View original.

Date

1995 (built)

Coverage

Physical Description

The Butterfly Garden is located on the East side of the National Museum of Natural History at 9th Street between Constitution Avenue and the National Mall.

Description

Built in 1995, the Smithsonian Butterfly Garden supports a variety of plant species which are important to the life cycle of butterflies in the Eastern United States. The 11,000 square foot area was originally built with funds provided by the Smithsonian Women's Committee and was later expanded through a gift from the Garden Club of America. The garden is comprised of several habitats, including an urban garden which showcases butterfly-friendly plants commonly found in American cities.

Date

1995 (built)

Coverage

1980-1999

Source

Smithsonian Institution. View original.

Geolocation