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National Honey Bee Day
August 17, 2024 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Join our beekeeping volunteers and nature educators to celebrate the beloved honey bee!
Activities include:
Honey tasting competition: Sample honey from around Chicago and vote on the best! Sampling tables will be located throughout the Conservatory.
Bee-themed family programs: Kids and families can enjoy bee-themed activities during our Budding Botanists program from 10:30 am-2:30 pm.
This drop-in program is free for all visitors.
Are you a Chicago beekeeper? If you would like to submit your honey for the honey tasting competition, please fill out this form for consideration: Honey Tasting at Garfield Park Conservatory Submission Form