Thirteenth International Conference on The Inclusive Museum

Abstract

The National Museum of Agriculture and Food Industry in Szreniawa has in its collections an extensive collection of apiculture exhibits: history of Medieval forest beekeeping, modern era beekeeping and present beekeeping. In my daily activities undertaking dialogue and narration with the museum visitors. I present the issue of pollinating insect protection on the case of a honey bee. Contemporary museums as part of European history and traditions are aware of the activities for the community and forming cultural ties with the museum. In times of Anthropocene when the life and future of pollinating insects, in the case of a honey bee is endangered (Colony Collapse Disorder), it is reasonable to consider educational activities related to the protection of bee resources and biodiversity. My activity as a museum assistant is manifested in everyday contact with the museum visitor. Not only historical knowledge is important for visitors because visitors are increasingly interested in current issues of pollinating insects protection, including honey bees. My study is concerned with educational and animating activities that I undertake in my everyday work at museum. With examples of my museum activities I discuss educational projects regarding the protection of bees and other pollinating insects. My paper is enriched with illustrative material from the classes that I have conducted so far in the museum and I will also use examples of good socio-cultural practices gathered around widely understood educational activities in the context of the protection of pollinating insects as well as the cultural and natural heritage.