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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.

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The Insect Asylum

2870 N Milwaukee Ave, chicago, IL 60618, United States, chicago, IL, 60618

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USD 31.51 - 96.37

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Duration

2 hours

Refund Policy

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