Admire, understand and love the world of bees.
In the heart of Lavarone, the Honey Museum was founded in 2001 from a family passion for beekeeping, passed down through generations. A captivating space that reveals secrets, curiosities and wonders of the world of bees, today curated with dedication by Amelio Marigo, son of founder Bruno.
Over time, the museum has become a point of reference in Italy for its completeness and one of the most prestigious internationally for the quality and careful preservation of its exhibits. The rich collection includes historical artifacts, macro photographs, rare specimens, drawings, interactive captions and original objects that guide visitors through a fascinating experience suitable for everyone: adults and children, enthusiasts, experts or the simply curious.
Follow the journey of nectar transformed into honey: an extraordinary process, guided by tiny worker bees and an organization that is both perfect and fascinating.
Discover the millennial relationship between humans and bees, through ancient tools, vintage prints and curiosities that show how this bond shaped culture, agriculture and daily life.
Discover the millennial relationship between humans and bees, through ancient tools, vintage prints and curiosities that show how this bond shaped culture, agriculture and daily life.
Learn to distinguish rustic hives from modern ones, observe the dance through which bees communicate, learn about the different roles inside the hive – from tireless workers to the queen and drones – and be amazed at how such a small community can be so perfectly organized.
Visiting the Honey Museum is not only an opportunity to learn about bees: it is a way to discover nature with new eyes, rediscover the balance of our ecosystem and marvel at a small but extraordinary world.
"Once upon a time there was an endless expanse of flowers with a thousand colors and scents. The air was fresh, the sun was mild, and a small bee flew from flower to flower, carefully collecting that precious nectar which, one day, would become the honey that sweetens our days..."
But what really happens between that first flight among the petals and the moment we open a jar of honey?
The Honey Museum guides you through a surprising journey inside the secret world of bees. Thanks to simple language, large images and many engaging activities, the museum becomes an educational and fun experience to enjoy together. You will discover stories, curiosities and secrets that make these small insects some of the most fascinating creatures on our planet.
An experience to live, on three floors of discovery
The Honey Museum is arranged across three levels, each devoted to a major theme of the world of bees. The path, designed for visitors of all ages, is engaging, interactive and full of surprising content.
All visits include an expert guide, for an even more complete experience!
Ground Floor: life of the bee
Here the journey begins, with a fascinating story of the life of bees. Through panels, illustrations and interactive installations you will discover:
The highlight is a special hive with a transparent wall that allows you to observe a real bee colony at work… in total safety!
Basement: tools and traditions
Descending to the lower floor you can touch the history of beekeeping. Exhibits include artifacts from different eras and cultures, as well as original tools that tell the story of the beekeeper’s trade:
Basement: tools and traditions
Descending to the lower floor you can touch the history of beekeeping. Exhibits include artifacts from different eras and cultures, as well as original tools that tell the story of the beekeeper’s trade:
Mezzanine: Library and Children’s Space
The journey concludes with a visit to our thematic library, one of the best stocked in the field: rare volumes, treatises, prints and illustrations await you to explore every aspect of bee life.
Next to the library, a creative area designed for children: colors, paper and materials to express, through drawing, the emotions felt during the visit.
Outside the museum, a large field hosts a group of fixed hives: from there, you can observe – at a safe distance – the continuous coming and going of bees in flight.
A fantastic journey in a small world full of great wonders.
The Honey Museum offers a tailor-made educational path for schools, designed to stimulate curiosity, knowledge and respect for nature.
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