Insects Up Close: Collecting, Pinning, and Preservation

Join us for an engaging event focused on the role of insect collections in education, research, and conservation! Learn about:

• Ethical and effective methods for collecting insects
• Suitable species for collection
• Techniques for preserving specimens for study

Participants will have the opportunity to view a reference collection and watch a live, narrated demonstration of insect pinning. Weather permitting, we may also have an outdoor demonstration of basic insect collecting methods!

📍 Location: 2000 Alexis Ave, Ottawa, IL 61350
🌐 Register online
📧 For inquiries or accommodation needs, please contact Emily Hansen at emhansen@illinois.edu or 815-433-0707. Early requests are encouraged for access needs.