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Musee de L'Abeille (Bee Museum)
Musee de L'Abeille (Bee Museum)
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8862 Boulevard Sainte-Anne
Chateau Richer
Quebec City, Canada G0A1N
418-824-4411
Good-for-Kids Rating
Babies
Toddlers & Pre-KSchool-Age KidsPre-Teens & Teens
Special Collection
Musee de L'Abeille (Bee Museum) Description
Ever been on a bee safari? Not quite as dangerous as the lions in Africa but equally thrilling to kids who spend many a recess running away from them. At this small museum just outside the city center, they can get nose to nose with the bees (with the safety of thick glass in between) as they learn from an interpreter about their intricate lives. On Safari they'll hear funny tales from the beekeeper, searh for the queen and watch the birth of a bee. When its over step into the on-site chocolate and pastry shop to taste the end product and admire all of their hard work.
Kid Tips
Toddlers & Pre-K: If they liked the movie "Bee Story" they'll be equally fascinated by the live version where they can watch live bees working in giant glass hives.
School-Age Kids: There are plenty of interactive games that help them to to better understand the workings of the hives and the keepers.
Planning Notes
- Safari schedule. Call ahead to confirm the times of the daily Safari presentations which can change with the season
- Stop in the shop.This is a great place to pick up a memorable souvenir. A bottle of honey or a pair of candles are reasonable priced.
Just the Facts
Hours: Daily mid-March to mid-October, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (from mid-June until September, their hours extend to 6 p.m.); Friday to Sunday, November to mid-March, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Fees: Less than $10.
Recommended Time: 1 - 2 hours
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