RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences is gearing up for its biggest celebration yet as it marks the 30th anniversary of BugFest on Sept. 19.
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This year’s theme, “Hoppers”, will spotlight fascinating creatures such as treehoppers, planthoppers, and leafhoppers, promising a day filled with educational and entertaining experiences for all ages.
The highly anticipated event will feature over 100 exhibits, along with engaging crafts, games, and a plethora of activities celebrating the incredible world of arthropods.
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Attendees can interact with entomologists and other scientists, ask questions, and learn more about bugs in an engaging environment.
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Food lovers can also satisfy their curiosity and appetite with innovative buggy culinary creations available at Café Insecta.
The free event will take place on Saturday, Sept. 19, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the museum located at 11 W. Jones St. in downtown Raleigh. For more information, visit the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences website.
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