The Cecropia Moth Life Cycle Exhibit

Artist Mary Van Slyke invites you to celebrate spring and the return of lepidoptera (winged insects, including butterflies and moths) with a visit to The Cecropia Moth Life Cycle at the Kelly Education Center, Community Art Gallery. The exhibit features vibrant watercolor paintings that depict in detail the life stages of the cecropia moth. High-magnification scanning electron micrographs of wing scales and antennae highlight the incredible complexity of these fascinating creatures.

In addition, oil paintings of several other native butterflies and moths showcase some of our favorite lepidoptera. Discover more about these amazing insects and learn how you can welcome them into your yard by providing habitats for both caterpillars and adults!