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Ticket Details
- Museum Members Free
- Adult $14
- Senior (65+), Student (13+),
Military, with ID $12 - Child ages 3-12 $10
- Child 2 & Younger Free
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Group rate of $10/person available for pre-registered parties of 10 or more. Please call the Museum Box Office at 919.707.9950 for details.

About the Exhibition
Did you know spiders can swim, jump and even “fly” hundreds of miles? “Spiders: Fear to Fascination” spins an immersive tale, revealing how this incredibly diverse group of animals has evolved and survived for 300 million years. Through augmented reality and video projection technology, guests of all ages will encounter more than 250 real and preserved specimens (from the Trinidad chevron tarantula to the Australian golden huntsman).
Compete in a mating dance-off with a peacock spider, hold virtual spiders in your hand, test your fang agility and create your own animated arachnid. Discover how webs are produced and how spiders communicate, and see the world through spider vision.
Get closer than ever to some of the more than 48,000 known spider species in this amazing interactive experience.

Member Perks
Museum members receive unlimited free admission to Spiders: Fear to Fascination—visit as often as you like! For a family of 4, that’s a savings of at least $48! You will also save 10% in Museum Stores and Cafés, including the new Spiders Store.
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VIP Preview
June 16, 6–9pm
At this member-exclusive event, learn from the experts about the fascinating world of spiders and get a sneak peek of the exhibition before it opens to the public on June 17. Active membership and preregistration required.

Spiders Store
Opens June 17
Shop unique gifts inspired by our love of spiders. Select from robotic spiders, cuddly plush, unique jewelry, elegant home décor, engaging toys and books, outdoor activity kits, handmade gifts by local artists and more. Museum Members save 10%. All purchases support Museum exhibits, programs and collections.
Shop in person on the 2nd floor of the Nature Exploration Center or online at store.naturalsciences.org. Shipping and curbside pickup available.

Special Event
BugFest
September 16, 10am–7pm
Enjoy more than 100 exhibits, crafts, games and activities as you interact with entomologists and other scientists while learning about the fascinating world of arthropods. This year, BugFest spotlights spiders.
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An exhibition created by the Australian Museum. Sponsored by SECU.