Insect Science Museum

The Insect Science Museum is a natural history museum in Taipei with a large collection of preserved insects from around the world. The exhibits are organized by groups such as butterflies, beetles, and ants, showing the variety of these creatures.

The collection began in the 1960s as a school research project and was later opened to the public. The museum developed into an important learning center for biology and natural sciences in Taipei.

The museum displays insects within their natural environments and explains how they function in different habitats. Visitors can see how insects are part of our everyday world and understand their importance to nature.

The museum is easy to reach by public transportation and offers tours for groups and individual visitors. It is helpful to check ahead about tour availability to make the most of your visit.

The museum is located on a school campus and is used by students as a learning space, making it an active research site. This connection between education and scientific work gives the museum a special character.

Location: Zhongzheng District

Inception: 1971

Official opening: 1971

Part of: Taipei Municipal Chenggong High School

GPS coordinates: 25.04278,121.52361

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:04