The intricate and vital life of bees is being showcased in a new immersive exhibition in Liverpool, highlighting the threats facing these crucial pollinators. With over 20,000 known species of bees, these tiny creatures play a significant role in maintaining the ecosystem by helping plants thrive.
The exhibition, titled “Bees: A Story of Survival,” is a collaboration between artist Wolfgang Buttress and World Museum, Liverpool. Through close-up photography, sound, sculpture, and light, visitors can explore the impact of modern challenges such as pesticide use, habitat loss, and intensive farming on bees.
Buttress emphasized the importance of bees as “sentinels of the earth,” reflecting the health of the planet through their own struggles. The exhibition aims to raise awareness about the declining bee populations and the potential consequences for humanity.
Anne Fahy, the head of World Museum, expressed the urgency of the situation, stating, “We want to shine a light on the plight of bees and the devastating impact a world without bees would have on humanity.”
“Bees: A Story of Survival” opens at World Museum on Saturday, May 4, 2024, and will run until May 5, 2025. This immersive experience offers a unique opportunity to appreciate and understand the importance of bees in our world.