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Important Closure Notice<\/h2>\n

During the Evening Insectival (5pm-7pm), the Nature Research Center, the Nature Exploration Center’s 2nd-4th floors, and some of the outdoor stations will be closed. The majority of the outdoor stations and the 1st floor of the Nature Exploration Center will remain open until 7pm. <\/em><\/p>\n

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10am\u20137pm<\/h3>\n

NCMNS<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Accessibility and Information<\/h3>\n

Visit the Accessibility tent to check out wheelchairs, sensory-friendly bags, and receive information about other accommodations at the Museum.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20137pm<\/h3>\n

Wake County Beekeepers Association<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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A Day for a Honeybee Hive<\/h3>\n

Explore educational exhibits and activities to learn about honeybees and their role in nature.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

Extension Master Gardener Volunteers of Wake County<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Advice to Grow By<\/h3>\n

Get gardening advice and participate in insect education and activities for the young.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

NCMNS<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Arthropod Olympics<\/h3>\n

Become an Arthropod Olympian! Compete in Dung Ball, Ant, and Bee races to win a medal and all the glory a bug deserves.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

BASF Corporation<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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BASF Corporation<\/h3>\n

Pop in the butterfly tent to interact with live insects at the BASF Corporation booth. Enjoy demo stations to learn more about BASF’s research and products, that showcase agricultural protection strategies for the love of farming!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20137pm<\/h3>\n

NCMNS<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Battling Beetles<\/h3>\n

Delve into the violent world of large scarab beetles. Learn how males duke it out to win the favor of a female. Test your beetle ID skills at the beetle spinner game!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

5 County Beekeepers Association<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Beekeeping and Honey Bee Education<\/h3>\n

Meet the 5 County Beekeepers Association (5CBA), a chapter of the North Carolina State Beekeepers Association. This volunteer organization promotes beekeeping and honeybee education.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20137pm<\/h3>\n

NCMNS<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Bug Bounce and Super Slide Inflatables<\/h3>\n

From hop to jump, kids will delight in bouncing like a cricket and whooshing like a dragonfly in the fabulous inflatables!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

The Scrap Exchange<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Buggy Make-N-Take<\/h3>\n

Make art, not trash by using preloved, recycled materials. The team of expert scrappers will guide crafters in making their creations and will teach about creative reuse of materials to save items from the landfill.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

Erin Alicia Studio<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Bug-Themed Hair Accessories<\/h3>\n

Shop handmade, bug-themed hair accessories for girls of all ages, including clips, hairbands, and hats.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Caf\u00e9 Insecta<\/h3>\n

Get your own taste of entomophagy \u2014 the practice of eating bugs! Try bug-filled dishes prepared by local chefs<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

NCMNS<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Caterpillarology<\/h3>\n

Come learn about the amazing variety of caterpillars found in North Carolina and the plants they like to eat. See crazy-looking caterpillars and the masters of disguise- we love them all!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20137pm<\/h3>\n

PaperPie<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Children’s Books & Science Kits<\/h3>\n

Find fun and educational children’s books, puzzles, games, and science kits from Usborne Publishing, Kane Miller Publishing, and SmartLab Toys.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20137pm<\/h3>\n

Copper Ashes<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Jewelry from Nature<\/h3>\n

Nature inspired jewelry with copper and real ethically sourced insects, foliage, crab claws\/shells, oddities, bones, shells, crystals, and fossils. Each piece of jewelry is handmade and completely unique.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20137pm<\/h3>\n

North Carolina State University Student Fisheries Society<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Crawfish Quest<\/h3>\n

Learn about what freshwater arthropods live in North Carolina waters from NCSU student fisheries society. Observe real native crawfish you would find in your own backyard, then construct the perfect habitat for your own crawfish friend with our build-a-habitat ink pad craft station.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

Mayhem Magnolia<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Crochet Bug Adoption<\/h3>\n

Bring nature into your living room in a soft and cozy way. Crochet arthropods are available for sale.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

Doodlebugs Chalk Art<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Doodlebugs Chalk Art<\/h3>\n

Observe local artist Paul Dumlao as he creates giant colorful illustrations of marine arthropods from around the world, using vibrant chalk pastels. Try to guess the names of the creatures he\u2019s drawing, or create your own masterpiece in the kids\u2019 chalking area.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

Durham County Library<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Durham County Library<\/h3>\n

Check out resources on the library, as well as bug booklists and a fun bug-related activity!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

Vesal Cuts Paper<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Entomology without Death<\/h3>\n

A series of work created from 2D and 3D layered paper cut art. Each pieces is made from 1-100 layers of paper.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

Murphy’s Naturals<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Murphy’s Naturals<\/h3>\n

Based locally in Raleigh, Murphy\u2019s Naturals is on a mission to help more people enjoy the outdoors through creating natural insect repellent and relief products. We formulate all our products with responsibility-sourced, plant-based ingredients because we believe that bugs are great to have around, just not on you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20137pm<\/h3>\n

Stacy Lee Gallery<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Ethically Sourced Insect Wing Jewelry<\/h3>\n

Showcasing intricate patterns, iridescent tones, and the delicate magic of the natural world, each insenct wing is a natural work of art. Lightweight yet durable, they\u2019re a striking blend of organic beauty and modern craftsmanship \u2014 preserving nature\u2019s fragile beauty in wearable form.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20137pm<\/h3>\n

Paint Savvy Entertainers<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Face Painting<\/h3>\n

Get your face painted or an airbrush or glitter tattoo.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

NC State University<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Fly Mind Control: How do neurons produce<\/h3>\n

Believe it or not, the tiny fruit fly has lots to teach us about how brains work.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

NC State Forest Health Lab<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Forest Pests in NC<\/h3>\n

Join for activities and information centered around forest insects in North Carolina brought to you by the students that study them.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

The Artsy Arthropod<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Framed Insects and Jarred Insect Wings<\/h3>\n

Find unique gifts and decor here! Real insects are artfully preserved and displayed by an entomologist.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

Franklin County Beekeepers Association<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Franklin County Beekeepers Association<\/h3>\n

Meet this non-profit organization of beekeepers to learn more about bees.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20137pm<\/h3>\n

La Chicharra<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Handmade Art & Accessories<\/h3>\n

Discover handmade items, inspired by and created with nature. Shop for fine art, home goods, accessories, and more.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20137pm<\/h3>\n

NCMNS<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Krillin It<\/h3>\n

The biggest animal in the world-the Blue Whale- eats one of the smallest-krill.\u00a0Its not the only krill-eater! Test your knowledge of the food chain to see if you can figure out some other fans of these tasty critters.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20137pm<\/h3>\n

LadyTakas<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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LadyTakas<\/h3>\n

Handmade and hand dyed items such as home goods, hair accessories, and fine art. Using a variety of techniques like ice dyeing, natural dyeing, eco-printing, flower hammering, hand embroidery, and block\/lino printing. These goods highlight nature’s beauty and slow processes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Main Stage<\/h3>\n

Move and groove to some incredible music. Check the main stage schedule so you don’t miss a minute of the action!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20137pm<\/h3>\n

Natural Math Alliance<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Math Makers Neighborhood<\/h3>\n

Math friends and neighbors from around the Triangle are having a party, and you are invited! Explore the “M” in STEM with a variety of local organizations and playful activities for all ages. Discover how math connects us all\u2014students, families, teachers, and communities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Friends of the NCMNS<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Museum Membership<\/h3>\n

Museum Members, pick up your VIP passes to enjoy your day-of perks. If you purchase or renew your membership at BugFest or online September 1\u201320 with code “Krill25”, receive a FREE BugFest T-shirt on the day of the event! Stop by to learn more about amazing Member benefits.<\/p>\n

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Museum T-shirt Sales<\/h3>\n

Get your 2025 BugFest t-shirt, featuring our theme arthropod\u2014KRILL! Vintage shirts will also be available for purchase.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

NC State Pollinator Researchers<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Native Butterflies and Bees of NC<\/h3>\n

Learn about the native butterflies and bees of North Carolina. See these amazing pollinators up close.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Alonso Stepanova Lab, North Carolina State University<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Plants4Kids<\/h3>\n

Join this NC State Research group to discover how plant friends and foes influence plant growth and development. Learn how they interface with the bug world, as plants provide us with food, clothes, medicines, clean air, and building materials.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20137pm<\/h3>\n

Reborn Taxidermy<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Reborn Taxidermy<\/h3>\n

Giving insects a second life. All real bugs, preserved flowers and crystals!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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NCMNS- Teen programs<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Roachingham 500 Cockroach Races<\/h3>\n

Cheer for your favorite roach as they race along Roachingham 500, then test your knowledge while playing Buggy Bingo!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Sandsational Sand Sculpture<\/h3>\n

Check out this year’s sand sculpture. Great photo opportunity!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

Carolina Habitats<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Southeastern Native Plants for Sale<\/h3>\n

Selling southeastern native plants that promote pollinators along with nursery grown native carnivorous plants. Purchases can be held for pick up on your way out.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20137pm<\/h3>\n

NCMNS<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Stag Beetle Battles<\/h3>\n

The battles begin! Jump into a stag beetle costume and enter the arena. See if you can triumph over your friend and win the day.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

Taurean Treasures<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Taurean Treasures<\/h3>\n

Unique terrariums, shadow boxes, and collages with preserved lepidoptera and upcycled materials. Treasures that will add whimsy and natural beauty to any space!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20137pm<\/h3>\n

Allison Stoiser Art<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The Caterpillar\u2019s Pajamas: Wildlife Art\u200b<\/h3>\n

Offering stationery, home goods, and accessories for purchase. Featuring the artwork of wildlife and natural history illustrator Allison Stoiser.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Holly Springs School Of Dance<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The Life Cycle Of A Caterpillar<\/h3>\n

Explore “The Hungry Caterpillar” by Eric Carle through creative movement.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20137pm<\/h3>\n

The Xerces Society<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Xerces Society<\/h3>\n

Learn about invertebrate conservation from this non-profit organization.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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NEC 1<\/h2>\n
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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

Paint Savvy Entertainers<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Airbrushing<\/h3>\n

Get your face painted or an airbrush or glitter tattoo.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

Stacy Lewis Studio<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Artsy Arthropods! Mixed Media Painting Demo<\/h3>\n

Demonstrating mixed media techniques to create colorful, textured arthropod paintings using an exciting variety of repurposed and textured elements.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20137pm<\/h3>\n

Avian and Exotic Animal Care<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Avian and Exotic Animal Care<\/h3>\n

Dedicated to exotic animals, this veterinary practice is excited to share their passion of caring for all animals \u2014 including creepy crawlies! They’re happy to discuss animal care and potential veterinary needs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20137pm<\/h3>\n

Love Gaia<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Bugscapes: Tiny Gardens, Tiny Creatures<\/h3>\n

Discover miniature worlds where plants and arthropods thrive in harmony. Featuring terrariums and kokedama inspired by the textures, colors, and habitats of various insects and more.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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NCMNS<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Cool Crustaceans<\/h3>\n

Explore the diversity of crustaceans \u2014 from our backyards to the bottom of the sea.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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NCMNS<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Crayfish Escape Artists<\/h3>\n

Did you know crayfish have some of the fastest reflexes in the animal kingdom? Test your skills against these amazing crustaceans!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20137pm<\/h3>\n

NCMNS<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Heroic Horseshoe Crabs<\/h3>\n

Learn about the amazing Horseshoe Crab and what makes them heroic!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20137pm<\/h3>\n

William Fisher Photography<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Mesmerizing Insect Photos
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See close ups photos of insect and also insect jewelry.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20137pm<\/h3>\n

Biology Graduate Students<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Name That Arthropod!: A Game of Crabs, Spiders, and Sneaky Look-Alikes<\/h3>\n

Did you know that a horseshoe crab is not a real crab, or that a sea spider is not actually a spider? Come join us to play a fun game, win prizes, and learn the differences between these awesome arthropods!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20137pm<\/h3>\n

The Santa Fe Reptile and Bug Museum<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Scorpions and Their Kin<\/h3>\n

View a variety of scorpions and relative arachnid.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20137pm<\/h3>\n

Steam Forged Studios<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Steam Forged Studios<\/h3>\n

Shop steampunk, anime, and fantasy items. Find unique bug-related steampunk items, beaded spiders, and scorpions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The Santa Fe Reptile and Bug Museum<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Tarantulas and Other Spiders<\/h3>\n

See live tarantulas, spiders, a selection of other unusual arachnids.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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NCMNS<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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What Is a Bug?<\/h3>\n

That’s a bug?? Here at BugFest, we say that the colloquial term, “bugs,” refers to all arthropods \u2014 yes, even crabs, krill, and crayfish! Come learn about the full range of arthropods so that you can fully celebrate the bugs of BugFest.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20137pm<\/h3>\n

NC Entomological Society<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Wonderful World of Orthoptera<\/h3>\n

Leap into the world of Orthoptera and meet some amazing critters! Fly with the grasshoppers, dig with the mole crickets and sing with the katydids.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

Entomopixel LLC<\/em><\/div>\n

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Insect Photography<\/h3>\n

See how macrophotography and electronics can be used for education, research, and artistic display in the fascinating world of tiny arthropod creatures.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department<\/em><\/div>\n

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Little Critters, Big Splash!<\/h3>\n

What kinds of bugs live in Raleigh’s streams, ponds, and creeks? Come find out! From wiggly larvae to sneaky crayfish, our local waters are full of cool critters that can help us tell how healthy our water is. Stop by for fun facts, hands-on activities, and a chance to explore the tiny world hiding just beneath the surface!<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

NCMNS<\/em><\/div>\n

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Quiet Space<\/h3>\n

Take a break from events and activities in our quiet space. This space is sectioned off and available for visitors with anxiety, stress, and sensory overstimulation. Guests are also provided with sensory toys, coloring pages, books, and noise-canceling headphones (upon request). People of all ages and abilities are welcome to take advantage of our quiet space.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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NCMNS<\/em><\/div>\n

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The Discovery Room<\/h3>\n

Aplace for young children to explore. Special buggy activities will be available during BugFest!<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

Syngenta<\/em><\/div>\n

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The Interaction Between Insects and Crop Plants<\/h3>\n

Discover how entomology expertise plays a crucial role in protecting crops to ensure a bountiful and sustainable harvest for farmers worldwide. Learn about Syngenta’s commitment of providing the world with the materials and technologies needed to meet the increasing demand for food.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

NC DEQ Division of Water Resources<\/em><\/div>\n

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Water Quality Detectives: What Bugs Tell Us About Our Streams<\/h3>\n

Learn about the aquatic bugs you might find in different types of streams! Discover how they relate to water quality.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

NCSU Department of Entomology and Plant Pathology<\/em><\/div>\n

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Amazing Urban Insects<\/h3>\n

Visit insects that live in our homes. View research on cockroaches, bed bugs, and other insects found in the urban environment.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Mad Science<\/em><\/div>\n

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Bugs and Butterflies<\/h3>\n

Explore the world from a bug’s perspective. Use a microviewer to get an up-close look at various insects to learn about the fascinating life cycles and discovering how they compare to those of other animals.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

SLNC Government and Heritage Library<\/em><\/div>\n

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Bugs and Books with the State Library of NC<\/h3>\n

Explore the fascinating world of arthropods and their role in our state’s history and culture. Discover native pollinators and their impact on agriculture and ecosystems and learn about the SLNC Seed Library’s resources for supporting local biodiversity.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

Carter Bank<\/em><\/div>\n

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Carter Bank<\/h3>\n

Fun interactive games and giveaways.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

North Carolina Entomological Society<\/em><\/div>\n

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Create a Termite Trail<\/h3>\n

Participate in the beloved Termite Trail activity where you draw trails with ordinary pens for termites to follow that mimic termite pheromones. Come have fun learning about the wonders of insect chemical communication!<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

NCMNS<\/em><\/div>\n

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Creeping Crawlies (Centipedes and Millipedes)<\/h3>\n

Information on myriapods (centipedes and millipedes) will be featured.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

NCMNS<\/em><\/div>\n

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Funky Bug Antenna Crowns<\/h3>\n

Honor our buggy friends by dressing up like one! Make your very own Funky Bug Antenna Crown and proudly display your passion for arthropods.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

City of Raleigh<\/em><\/div>\n

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Leaf-mining and Gall-making Insects of North Carolina<\/h3>\n

Plants are like hotels, teaming with inhabitants. Discover the fascinating miniature world of leaf-miners and gall-makers. See how these tiny plant-feeding insects change their plants as they feed. <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

North Carolina Biodiversity Project<\/em><\/div>\n

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North Carolina Moths<\/h3>\n

Highlighting the diversity and fascinating ecology of the more than 3,000 moth species found in our state, including many different types of moth caterpillars.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

NCSU Entomology Graduate Student Association<\/em><\/div>\n

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NC State Arthropod Zoo<\/h3>\n

Demonstrating live arthropods, pinned specimens, and selling bug-themed merchandise from entomology graduate students from NC State.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

NCDA&CS – Structural Pest Control and Pesticide Division<\/em><\/div>\n

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NCDA&CS Structural Pest Control and Pesticide Division<\/h3>\n

Learn about the Structural Pest Control and Pesticide Division’s mission to protect public health, safety and welfare, and the environment as it relates to pest control and pesticides.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

NCDA&CS Plant Industry<\/em><\/div>\n

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The Invasion Station<\/h3>\n

Become an Invasive Investigator! Learn how to spot and stop invasive bugs to defend North Carolina\u2019s plants and forests.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

North Carolina State University<\/em><\/div>\n

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The Vampires in our Backyard: Ticks, Mosquitoes, and Other Blood Suckers<\/h3>\n

Examine blood-sucking arthropods like ticks and mosquitoes. Learn about these important pests and vectors of disease through interactive displays, expert advice, and games.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

NEC 4<\/h2>\n\n
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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

Center for Integrated Pest Management<\/em><\/div>\n

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Arthropods of North Carolina: From Shore to Summit<\/h3>\n

Come explore the amazing insects, crabs, and spiders that live all across North Carolina. From the beach to the mountains, meet the fun creatures that crawl, swim, scuttle, and fly in our state.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am-5pm<\/h3>\n

NCMNS<\/em><\/div>\n

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Living Conservatory<\/h3>\n

Immerse yourself in a Central American tropical dry forest filled with living plants and animals. Encounter butterflies, turtles, tarantulas, snakes and even a two-toed sloth.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

NCMNS<\/em><\/div>\n

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Molting is Not Revolting<\/h3>\n

Learn about the fascinating process of molting in arthropods! Observe a variety of arthropod molts including several from our American Lobster currently on exhibit. Learn about limb regeneration in arthropods and how molting is an integral part of this unique ability.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

NCMNS<\/em><\/div>\n

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Wings and Stings<\/h3>\n

Tropical butterfly mounts and pinning demonstration. Parasitic wasps and their relationships with butterflies.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

NRC 1<\/h2>\n\n
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10am-5pm<\/h3>\n

East Carolina University<\/em><\/div>\n

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Blakeslee Lab: Conservation Biology and Parasite Ecology<\/h3>\n

Focusing on research being carried out in the Blakeslee lab in the Biology department at East Carolina University. Our research focuses on conservation issues in this era of global change, including species invasions and biodiversity. Highlighting the tools we use to collect our data, and display some of the organisms we research in the lab.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

Carolina Butterfly Society<\/em><\/div>\n

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Carolina Butterfly Society<\/h3>\n

Come see caterpillars move and eat. You may even see butterflies emerging from their chrysalis.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

NCMNS F&I Unit<\/em><\/div>\n

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Trophic Food Webs<\/h3>\n

Visit our live brine station, showcasing the life cycle from nauplii to adults. Brine is one of the main sustainable foods that is raised at the Museum and a type of “krill.” Visualize how much krill is consumed by blue whales daily and view different types of krill like pacifica and superba.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

North Carolina State Parks<\/em><\/div>\n

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Water Bugs Help Show Water Health<\/h3>\n

Try your hand at a game of luck finding water bugs and learn how they help scientist determine the health of a river.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

NRC 2<\/h2>\n\n
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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences: Paleontology Unit<\/em><\/div>\n

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Crayfish Research: Then and Now<\/h3>\n

Learn how techniques and findings have changed research on Crayfish over the years, and see if you can make some discoveries!<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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scheduled times<\/h3>\n

NCMNS Veterinary Sciences<\/em><\/div>\n

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Invertebrate Medicine with the Veterinary Sciences Team<\/h3>\n

See some captivating, crawling critters at the Windows on Animal Health and learn more about the ever-evolving world of invertebrate veterinary medicine.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

Museum of Life of Science<\/em><\/div>\n

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Meet Some Arthropods!<\/h3>\n

Meet some arthropods that call the Museum of Life and Science home!<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10:30am\u20134pm<\/h3>\n

North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences: Paleontology Unit<\/em><\/div>\n

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Naturalist Center<\/h3>\n

From whale bones to marine invertebrates the Naturalist Center has it all. Stop by to learn about fossilized sea animals, seashells, whales, and more.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

PedeMyPants<\/em><\/div>\n

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Pinned Bugs and Other Art!<\/h3>\n

Want to take a piece of BugFest home? Stop by to check out an assortment of pinned and beautifully displayed arthropods, along with other handcrafted critter-themed art such as paintings, jewelry, artistic prints, and more!<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences: Paleontology Unit<\/em><\/div>\n

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Prehistoric Crustaceans<\/h3>\n

Highlighting ancient relatives of today’s crabs, crawdads, and barnacles \u2014 crustacean fossils from the Museum’s collections. Paleontologists will be on hand to discuss the specimens and answer questions.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

NC 529<\/em><\/div>\n

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Tiny Bugs, Big Futures<\/h3>\n

Coloring and bug themed activity pages, allowing parents and families to gather information about saving for future educational expenses with a NC 529 plan.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

NRC 3<\/h2>\n\n
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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

NCMNS<\/em><\/div>\n

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Ant Lab<\/h3>\n

Come visit the Evolutionary Biology & Behavior Lab, also known as Ant Lab on YouTube! Learn about our research, the entomology videos we make, and meet some of the researchers and insects that inhabit the lab.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

Microbiology GSA at NCSU<\/em><\/div>\n

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Bug in a Bug<\/h3>\n

Presenting how microbes (sometimes known as bugs) in bug guts give them cool abilities and superpowers!<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

NCSU Scott Lab<\/em><\/div>\n

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Flies, Genes, and You<\/h3>\n

Feast your eyes on flies and meat-loving maggots! Discover how genetic engineering helps us unravel biological mysteries and solve agricultural crises.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10:30am-4:00pm<\/h3>\n

NCMNS<\/em><\/div>\n

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Investigate Lab<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

NCMNS<\/em><\/div>\n

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Native Bees Build It Better<\/h3>\n

Play the “is it a bee, wasp, or fly?” game and learn how leafcutter bees nest and more about out native bees.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

State Employees’ Credit Union<\/em><\/div>\n

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SEA Your Savings Grow<\/h3>\n

Stop by the SECU booth for interactive financial education and trivia for all ages!<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10am\u20135pm<\/h3>\n

North Carolina State University<\/em><\/div>\n

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The Roe Lab<\/h3>\n

Studying the morphology and physiology of arthropods and then applying these findings to the protection of health and agriculture.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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10:30am-4pm<\/h3>\n

NCMNS<\/em><\/div>\n

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Visualization Lab<\/h3>\n

A free public laboratory focused on scientific visualizations, a technique used by scientists to understand and draw conclusions from complex data sets.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

NRC 4<\/h2>\n\n
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12pm\u20134pm<\/h3>\n

Nicole Parish<\/em><\/div>\n

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Sound of the Forest Art<\/h3>\n

See her handmade insect-themed prints, sculptures, and jewelry to BugFest! Nicole Parish is a content creator, artist, and autism educator with a love of the natural world and a special interest in insects. <\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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