Dr. Bill Roston Native Butterfly House
Nestled along Route 66 in Springfield, the Dr. Bill Roston Native Butterfly House is a breathtaking oasis where travelers can immerse themselves in the delicate beauty of native butterflies. This enchanting attraction showcases a vibrant array of butterfly species in a lush, natural setting, offering a serene escape for those seeking a unique roadside experience. With a stellar 4.8-star rating, this hidden gem invites you to explore and connect with nature as you journey along the Mother Road, making it a must-visit stop for every Route 66 adventurer.
Ann Marie Maccarone
a year ago"Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful! Certainly, one of the highlights of our trip!! The butterfly house is run by volunteers and I met a lovely woman who was very knowledgeable and passionate about the place! Despite the high temperatures, these dedicated, selfless folks are willing to volunteer and help out. She explained that they even breed the native butterflies! There was also a white, transparent container made of some type of netting that had moths in it that someone local to the area brought in! When a butterfly landed on my granddaughter’s fingers, it was all she could do not to scream from excitement….and it was all I could do to get her to leave….Lol!"
TJ
a year ago"We actually came to this area specifically for the butterfly house, because we saw it with the Japanese garden on the map. We didn't realize it was part of a much larger park. The butterfly house is a great feature and I like how laid back it is compared to other traditional butterfly houses. We actually had questions about the structure and reached out to someone who answered us, so that was even better. The butterfly house even has mature pawpaw trees that bare fruit! Add this to your trip and enjoy the rest of the park as well."
Katie A Lotsberg
8 months ago"Seeing lunar moths up close is amazing! And the gentleman working was so knowledgeable, it was so enjoyable!"
Serene Desires
4 years ago"Beautiful and educational. Would be amazing for children. The young man who was working in there was extremely knowledgeable and thoroughly enjoys his job. Just a great experience all around."
Kelli Callahan
7 years ago"Perfect for something free. The kids loved it too. We got to see a caterpillar make a cacoon. We just sat and watched the butterflies fly around us. They take donations for conservation efforts."
