Insect Lore's Bugseum Visitor Center

Kid-Friendly Bug Exploration is just minutes from Bakersfield!
Admission's Free!

If you're in the central California area, drop in to see our Live insect displays, Hands-on interactive bug-discoveries, Working butterfly and ladybug labs, Collections of butterflies of North America and wld insects from around the world, and super gift shop filled with buggy educational items.

Location:
132 S. Beech Ave. Shafter, Ca
From Hwy 99 or I-5, take Lerdo Highway to Shafter.
Turn South on Beech Avenue,
and look for the gigantic insects!
For a large map, click here.

Hours:
Monday through Friday – 9 to 5
Saturdays – 10 to 3
Closed Sundays & Holidays.

See an image gallery of our bugseum's grand opening here!

Questions? Like to schedule a group visit? Just call us at 1-800-LIVE BUG, or email us via our online Customer Service here.