Butterfly House & Aquarium

Adults-only zoo fundraiser to offer animal meet-and-greets, global cuisine

By Submitted | June 23, 2025

Adults have a unique chance to support the Sioux Falls Zoo & Aquarium this week while enjoying behind-the-scenes fun at the Great Plains Zoo.

Axolotls arrive at Butterfly House & Aquarium

By Pigeon605 Staff | May 30, 2025

If there’s a fan of axolotls in your household, you now have a place to see them in person.

Sioux Falls Zoo & Aquarium launches fundraising campaign for major improvements

By Jodi Schwan | November 6, 2024

An effort to raise $50 million starts officially this month for the Sioux Falls Zoo & Aquarium, which would include bringing a new aquarium and butterfly rainforest to the zoo’s campus.

Here’s your guide to fall at the Great Plains Zoo, Butterfly House & Aquarium

By Submitted | October 9, 2024

There are new reasons to visit the Great Plains Zoo or the Butterfly House & Aquarium several times this month.

Butterfly House & Aquarium to open Eastern Shores touch pool

By Pigeon605 Staff | June 19, 2024

Aquatic species found on the East Coast will have a new home starting this week at the Butterfly House and Aquarium.

3 special events to check out this month at Butterfly House & Aquarium, Great Plains Zoo

By Submitted | June 5, 2024

From ocean exploration to an adults-only night, June is filled with new and memorable events at the Great Plains Zoo and Butterfly House & Aquarium.

Great Plains Zoo’s new master plan includes aquarium, enhanced exhibits

By Jodi Schwan | March 26, 2024

Nearly every area of the Great Plains Zoo should see improvements in the next decade, including the addition of an aquarium and rainforest, according to a master plan released today.

Zoo taps into creativity with Creative Creatures Art Show, Christmas at the Capitol

By Submitted | November 20, 2023

From a zoo, butterfly house and aquarium-inspired Christmas tree to an art event at the zoo this weekend, here’s where creatures meet creativity.

Aquarium plans tide pool renovation; new fish arrive

By Jodi Schwan | October 16, 2023

A new aquarium in Sioux Falls might be a few years out, but the existing one isn’t sitting still.

Butterfly House & Aquarium adds new exhibit

By Pigeon605 Staff | November 23, 2022

There’s a new addition to the Butterfly House & Aquarium just in time for the holiday weekend.

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