What: Norfolk Botanical Garden Named #1 Butterfly House in the U.S. by USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards
When: All summer long -Butterfly House Opens June 14, 2026
Where: Norfolk Botanical Garden, 6700 Azalea Garden Road, Norfolk, VA 23518

NORFOLK, Va. – May 20, 2026 — Norfolk Botanical Garden (NBG) has been voted the # 1 Best Butterfly House in the United States through the USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for the second year in a row. Since debuting as a temporary exhibit in 2009, the Butterfly House has become a beloved permanent feature. Now a vibrant, flourishing habitat for native butterfly species, it welcomes over 45,000 guests each year—offering an immersive experience that both educates and delights visitors of all ages.

Help us celebrate, Adopt a Butterfly this summer to help us expand our conservation and education efforts, inspiring more people every year to care for pollinators. Visit here to learn more.

Surrounding the house is the 2.5-acre Bristow Butterfly Garden, offering an immersive experience for visitors, with a thriving habitat that attracts and supports native butterflies and moths through every stage of their life cycle. Guests can explore dedicated spaces including the swallowtail and monarch nursery, nectar garden, moonlight garden and the popular Butterfly House.

About Norfolk Botanical Garden
Norfolk Botanical Garden represents an oasis of more than 65 themed gardens encompassing 175 beautiful acres. From stunning plant collections to WOW – World of Wonders: A Children’s Adventure Garden, this diverse natural beauty can be explored by tram, boat, or walking tours. The Garden is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, recognized as a Virginia Historic Landmark, listed on the National Register of Historic Places and designated a Virginia Green attraction. It is managed by Norfolk Botanical Garden, Inc. and supported by the City of Norfolk. The mission of Norfolk Botanical Garden is to immerse visitors in a world of beauty, lead through environmental action and inspire through education and connection to nature. Admission is $21.00 for adults, $19.00 for seniors and military, $16.00 for ages 3-12, 2 and under are free. Explore our reduced admission programs: Norfolk Power Up and Museums for All and voted #3 Best Botanical Garden in the U.S. through Newsweek. For more information, visit www.norfolkbotanicalgarden.org.