Abby T.
3/24/2025
So fun. Definitely worth a stop-by. Very quirky/unique. Also when you're done there walk down to The Brewed, the 80s horror themed coffee shop, and continue your adventure.
The Insect Asylum
Closed
(14)
Photos
2870 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
The Insect Asylum in Chicago, IL, is a nonprofit vintage taxidermy insect museum dedicated to celebrating the vital role of insects in our ecosystem. With over 5,000 specimens and interactive exhibits, the museum offers an immersive educational experience that combines science and art, inspiring curiosity and respect for nature.
Beyond its fascinating displays, The Insect Asylum serves as a community hub, hosting a variety of events including music, poetry, and dance, as well as workshops on specimen preservation and taxidermy. The museum also showcases works from over 60 local independent artists in its gift shop, with all proceeds supporting its educational mission.
Generated from the website
Also at this address
Reviews
5.014 reviews
Art J.
4/2/2025
Well this was serendipity because my beloved koi fish passed away and they're also museum that I discovered and not just for insects and taxidermy did you take their time and they try to stay...
Kylie K.
1/10/2025
What a rare and amazing place to learn various things!!! My students at work recommended that I bring my kids to learn taxidermy and see specimens, so we came in this pretty snowy day. It was easy...
Michelle L.
12/23/2023
Such a beautiful museum decorated with lots of gorgeous taxidermies and live animals/insects to visit (specifically Hazel the Possum). It's a $20/person admission fee, but it goes back to the...
Katherine A.
8/14/2024
Such a cool and unique experience! Domingo was so helpful and knowledgeable. We had an amazing time! Thank you!
See a problem?
You might also like
Partial Data by Infogroup (c) 2025. All rights reserved.
Partial Data by Foursquare.