Honey Bee Festival

Beekeepers Guild of Southeast Virginia is a local non-profit organization serving Hampton Roads beekeepers. It offers education, a mentorship program, and community outreach for hobbyists and professionals. Monthly meetings feature guest speakers, and the guild coordinates swarm removals and starter hive programs.

Norfolk Botanical Garden (voted #3 Best Botanical Garden in the U.S. through Newsweek) represents an oasis of more than 65 themed gardens encompassing 175 beautiful acres. The Garden is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, recognized as a Virginia Historic Landmark, listed on the National Register of Historic Places and designated a Virginia Green attraction. It is managed by Norfolk Botanical Garden, Inc. and supported by the City of Norfolk. The mission of Norfolk Botanical Garden is to immerse visitors in a world of beauty, lead through environmental action and inspire through education and connection to nature.