Get ready to be amazed at our newest interactive exhibit! From the smallest bees to fluttering butterflies and beyond, this immersive experience brings you face-to-face with larger-than-life animatronic pollinators that reveal the secrets of nature’s hardest-working heroes. Explore the critical role these creatures play in sustaining ecosystems, supporting biodiversity, and ensuring that plants, flowers, and crops thrive. Join us to celebrate their incredible impact! Over 20 animatronic pollinators will be on display, including butterflies, beetles, bees, and the very important Poweshiek Skipperling, which is the star of one of the Zoo’s most successful conservation programs.
Mon, July 14, 2025 - Sun, November 23, 2025
9:00am - 6:00pm
Event Info:
Get ready to be amazed at our newest interactive exhibit! From the smallest bees to fluttering butterflies and beyond, this immersive experience brings you face-to-face with larger-than-life animatronic pollinators that reveal the secrets of nature’s hardest-working heroes. Explore the critical role these creatures play in sustaining ecosystems, supporting biodiversity, and ensuring that plants, flowers, and crops thrive. Join us to celebrate their incredible impact! Over 20 animatronic pollinators will be on display, including butterflies, beetles, bees, and the very important Poweshiek Skipperling, which is the star of one of the Zoo’s most successful conservation programs.
More Events
CitySen Lounge Grand Rapids
Weekend Brunch at CitySen Lounge
Join us for brunch at CitySen Lounge inside CityFlatsHotel. Enjoy a Classic Breakfast, French Toast, Omelets and more! Starting at $8 Every Saturday + Sunday | 9AM–1PM
Learn More
Sat, April 18, 2026 - Sun, December 27, 2026
9:00am - 1:00pm
Wine on Thursdays
EVERY THURSDAY EVENING FROM 4 – 8PM… Stop in for wine tasting! We always have 2-3 options open and encourage you to grab a taste and shop around or talk with our staff while you…
Learn More


