Bear Mountain Butterfly Sanctuary

Bear Mountain Butterfly Sanctuary is permitted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service and strictly adheres  to all regulations, requirements, and safeguards stipulated by such permits. We are licensed  for  indigenous  butterfly and moth species; no tropical or neotropical species are permitted.  As required, proctors will always be in an exhibition space when visitors are present and it is against Federal law for visitors to remove any live species from exhibit areas.  So bring your questions, cameras, and curiosity and… Experience the wonder of live butterflies and exotic frogs in Jim Thorpe’s unique hands-on education center, featuring an indoor “Flutterarium” live butterfly flight room, kids’ art space and activity room, and nature-based gift shop. Learn all about butterflies, watch a short video, enjoy a fascinating and fun educational program from our knowledgeable staff,  hand-feed butterflies, and create happy memories and a craft to take home.