The Buzz About Bees
Have you heard the buzz? Bees are powerful pollinators essential to a healthy ecosystem. Come discover the vast variety of Oregon’s bees and learn about bee behavior with up-close photographs and hands-on activities.
Opening Night
Friday, July 10
5:00 to 6:00 Member Preview + invited guests
6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Public Reception
The first hour is reserved for museum members and invited guests; at 6:00 p.m. everyone is invited.
Light appetizers and refreshments will be available, as well as a cash bar.
Special events:
- Family Fun in the Sun: Bees and Bugs! The museum will be hosting Family Fun in the Sun activities throughout the opening evening, including a smell maze, a kite-making station, and much more!
- The UO Craft Center’s Art Bus will be onsite with a special bee-themed craft. You can create a custom button featuring bees and native Oregon flowers. Choose from a selection of pre-designed images and assemble a wearable piece to take home.
- Save the Bees and OSU Extension Service will be on-site with even more bee knowledge and fun to share!
Included with regular admission; free for MNCH members and UO ID card holders. Show your Oregon Trail or other EBT card for an admission discount. No pre-registration is required. First come, first served.
Opening Weekend Celebration
Saturday, July 11, through Sunday, July 12
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Have you heard the buzz? Bees are powerful pollinators essential to a healthy ecosystem. Come discover the vast variety of Oregon’s bees and learn about bee behavior while enjoying family-friendly hands-on activities in the museum courtyard.
Family Fun in the Sun: Bees and Bugs! The museum will be hosting Family Fun in the Sun activities throughout the opening weekend, including a smell maze, a kite-making station, and much more!
Included with regular admission; free for MNCH members and UO ID card holders. Show your Oregon Trail or other EBT card for an admission discount. No pre-registration is required. First come, first served.