Raccoon Tail Jewelry Making Workshop
Date & Time
📅 Sat, Feb 7, 2026
🕐 9:00 PM
Ends: Sat, Feb 7, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Location
📍 The Insect Asylum
2870 N Milwaukee Ave, chicago, IL 60618, United States, chicago, IL, 60618
🏙️ Chicago
About This Event
Learn taxidermy basics & make raccoon tail accessories with Athena at The Insect Asylum! $80, all materials included. ️
Raccoon Tail Accessory Making Workshop
with our resident taxidermist, Athena
Hosted at The Insect Asylum
🎟️ $80 | All materials included, all specimens are sustainably sourced
Join us for a one-of-a-kind, hands-on workshop where you’ll transform a sustainably sourced raccoon tail into a stunning accessory—perfect to wear, display, or gift! Led by our resident taxidermist, Athena, this class introduces beginner-friendly mummification and small-specimen preservation techniques in an intimate, welcoming setting.
What You’ll Learn & Create:
• Basics of sustainable, small-specimen preservation
• Step-by-step mummification + accessory design
• How to turn a raccoon tail into a custom jewelry or keychain piece
• Techniques you can take home for future DIY projects
What’s Included:
• All materials needed for your project
• Personalized instruction from Athena
• Your own custom raccoon tail accessory to take home
Whether you're an oddities enthusiast, a curious beginner, or a DIY artist looking to expand your skills, this workshop is the perfect chance to explore your creativity and connect with like-minded makers.
No prior taxidermy experience necessary.
Space is limited—reserve your spot early!
Accessibility Note:
Please be aware our classroom spaces are not wheelchair accessible at this time. We can accommodate an accessible insect-pinning classroom on a case-by-case basis—email us at theinsectasylum@gmail.com with any accessibility needs.
Additional Note:
Families are welcome! Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. If you or your child would like to observe rather than participate, guardian/observer tickets are available at the front desk or online through our ticket portal.
How do you want to get there?
The Insect Asylum
2870 N Milwaukee Ave, chicago, IL 60618, United States, chicago, IL, 60618
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USD 31.51 - 96.37
Good to Know
Duration
2 hours
Refund Policy
No Refunds
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