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August 19

The Caterpillar Lab

Back by popular demand! Join us August 3-10 when perennial favorite, The Caterpillar Lab, sets up its functioning caterpillar rearing, researching, photographing, filming, and educating facility in our hallways. No two days of this residency are alike! Come experience live caterpillar displays and witness how The Lab cares for and works with these amazing, surprising creatures. Learn more about the exhibit here.

Location: Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens 105 Botanical Gardens Drive, Boothbay
Time: 9:30am - 5:00pm
Instructor: Sam Jaffe
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The mission of Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is to inspire meaningful connections between people and nature and promote plant conservation through horticulture, education, and plant science.

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105 Botanical Gardens Drive
Boothbay, ME 04537

P.O. Box 234
Boothbay, ME 04537

207-633-8000

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