EXPLORE ENTOMOLOGY WORKSHOPS
Discover past and upcoming entomology workshops at BUGTOPIA, where you’ll learn insect pinning, study butterfly specimens, and explore hands-on techniques used by museum and natural-history professionals.
Past Workshop Examples
The specimens and pricing shown here are representatives from previous years and do not reflect the 2027 Roseville lineup. Confirmed details are arriving soon.
Example Past Specimen
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Previous years featured ethical exotic insects for pinning.
Example Display Case
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Past events provided high-quality glass framing for work.
Past Digital Library
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Former classes included video guides to review later.
Previous Workshop Inclusions
These items reflect typical past Bugtopia events and are not yet confirmed for 2027. Full official details will arrive with registration.
Example Tool Kit Setup
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Pinning boards and professional tools were provided in the past.
Typical Expert Tuition
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Past curricula were led by professional curators and experts.
2027 FINAL DETAILS ANNOUNCED SOON
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Confirmed 2027 supplies and schedules will be officially released when registration opens.
Why Join a BUGTOPIA Workshop?
Study rare preservation arts with experienced insect-preservation instructors soon.
Past workshops featured global ethical specimens. 2027 details to be confirmed later.
Build museum-quality displays at past events. Future schedule will be released soon.
Gain insights into anatomy and tools. Final 2027 workshop details are forthcoming.

Past Workshop Partner
Past Workshop Partner: Silver Moon Curiosities
While Silver Moon Curiosities provided expertise for previous sessions, our 2027 faculty and official event partners have not yet been confirmed.
Historically, Silver Moon Curiosities has excelled at introducing enthusiasts to the refined world of entomology. Their past sessions focused on meticulous preservation methods and technical mastery for collectors of all levels. Please stay tuned for our upcoming 2027 announcement regarding the new specialists who will be leading next year's classes.
Past Workshop Information
Is this beginner friendly?
In past years, sessions were designed for beginners with guidance from Silver Moon Curiosities. Final 2027 instructor details and class difficulty levels will be confirmed at registration.
Do I keep the insect?
Previously, students kept their framed specimens. Confirmed 2027 inclusions, specimen types, and takeaway policies will be released when registration officially opens.
Age requirement
Past events required participants to be 12+. Official 2027 age mandates and adult supervision policies are not yet finalized and will be part of the upcoming announcement.
How long is the class?
Previous workshops typically ran for 2 hours. The specific schedule and duration for our 2027 classes will be formally announced once registration becomes available.














