AUGUSTA — On Wednesday, Sept. 14, a total of 22 exhibitors will provide hands-on displays, discoveries and fun for visitors of all ages as part of Bug Maine-ia at the Maine State Museum.

“We look forward to Bug Maine-ia all year long,” said Joanna Torow, the museum’s chief educator. “It is truly a wonderful event, especially for teachers, parents and students who can get some great up-close experiences with the creepy, crawly world of insects and learn all about the wide-ranging effects of these tiny creatures on our lives.

Bug Maine-ia’s exhibitors include Tony Sohns and his Bug Zoo and the Maine Science Lady, plus representatives of the Maine Entomological Society, Western Maine Beekeepers Association, University of Maine, Maine Department of Agriculture, Maine Forest Service, Maine Department of Environmental Protection, Hudson Museum, Maine State Museum, University of Maine Cooperative Extension and Friends of Dr. Edith Marion Patch.

Also participating will be artists, entomologists and a master Maine fishing guide.

The free event will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Teachers or parents bringing groups of students are urged to make reservations by completing a reservation form at www.mainestatemuseum.org/learn.

The Maine State Museum is at 230 State St., adjacent to the State House.