How does a bee perceive the world? What would disappear from our dining table without pollinators? And did you know that mosquitoes, wasps, and even snails also pollinate flowers?
This experiential exhibition, which combines science and art, offers fascinating information about pollinators, stunning visuals, and engaging activities. Visitors can play the interactive "Identify the Pollinators" game and "Pollinator Protection Bingo," design their own imaginary pollinator, and explore the Natural History Museum's remarkable specimens. The exhibition is based on the non-fiction book Pollinator Diversity by Mia Rönkä and Janne Toriseva.
Mia Rönkä is an Adjunct Professor in Environmental Ecology at the Department of Biodiversity Sciences at the University of Turku. She works as a researcher, science journalist, non-fiction author, and poet. Rönkä is particularly interested in the interactions between humans and the rest of nature.
Janne Toriseva is an illustrator, comic artist, and animator who has worked for both domestic and international markets since the beginning of his career. Nature and the environment are topics especially close to Toriseva's heart.
In July–August 2027, the exhibition will be displayed at the Koli Nature Center Ukko, and from September 2027 to January 2028 at Vapriikki in Tampere.