Trinity College Dublin is participating in Insect Week 2026, which is an opportunity to take part in insect science, learn from experts, and have fun. Organised by the Royal Entomological Society and supported by partner organisations throughout the UK and Europe, Insect Week is a celebration of all things insects, running from 22-28 June. All welcome!
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We're going on a bug hunt!
Join VP for Biodiversity and Climate Action Jane Stout and Biodiversity Officer Collie Ennis as we find all the weird and wonderful bugs on campus. 24 June, 1pm, meet at House 1. All welcome!
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Let's learn about bugs!
Hear from four Trinity researchers that work with insects and get an insight into a bugs life. Why are they so interesting? Why are they so important to our planet? And why do they look so cool?
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An Accidental Archive: Butterflies, Nostalgia and Shifting Baselines
Come explore an installation by artist Ruth Power that combines vintage cigarette cards depicting Irish butterflies from the 1920s and 1930s with hand-made ceramic frames finished in 22k gold lustre. Originally produced as promotional items for smokers, they also functioned as miniature field guides, introducing people to the butterflies of gardens, meadows, woodlands and hedgerows.