What age is the offering suitable for?

The participatory offering is aimed at children aged 6 to 12 years and is thus age-appropriate and practical.

What is the cost to participate?

Participation is free. There is a charge of 5 euros for the materials.

How long does the event last?

It is planned for two hours from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

Is the museum easily accessible for families?

Yes, the museum is wheelchair accessible, has a disabled restroom, and a designated disabled parking space.

What do children learn from this offering?

Children playfully discover sustainable everyday ideas, connections to nature, and the conscious handling of materials.

Creative Family Afternoon in the Green: Discovering Beeswax Wraps

Name: Garden Explorers: Beeswax Wraps
Start: 2026-07-12T16:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-07-12T18:00:00+02:00
Location: Museum der Gartenkultur

Garden Explorers make beeswax wraps themselves

At the Museum of Garden Culture in Illertissen, a creative family experience full of learning fun, nature knowledge, and children's laughter awaits on Sunday, July 12, 2026. In the participatory event Garden Explorers: Beeswax Wraps, children aged 6 to 12 discover how a simple natural material becomes a practical alternative to plastic wrap. The event takes place from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and is free according to the program; only the materials cost 5 euros. ([gaissmayer.de](https://www.gaissmayer.de/web/downloads/2026_GM_Programmheft_Web.pdf?m=1773055752))

Join in, marvel, understand

The format is child-friendly and combines crafting with environmental education. Young participants will learn playfully why bees can do more than just produce honey and why sustainable everyday ideas are exciting even at a young age. The Museum of Garden Culture sees itself as a place where exhibitions, library, garden spaces, and participatory activities come together. This creates a strong learning experience for families. ([museum-der-gartenkultur.de](https://www.museum-der-gartenkultur.de/?utm_source=openai))

Pedagogically valuable and age-appropriate

The Garden Explorers will regularly target children in 2026 and are designed as an open, two-hour participatory program according to the museum. Particularly important for families: The Museum of Garden Culture offers educational programs for children, works with topics from nature, sustainability, and garden culture, and connects knowledge with real experiences in nature. This creates a family-friendly learning environment with a strong practical reference. ([museum-der-gartenkultur.de](https://www.museum-der-gartenkultur.de/?utm_source=openai))

A place that welcomes families

The museum is wheelchair accessible and has a disabled restroom as well as a designated disabled parking space. The distance from the parking lot to the museum is about 100 meters. Additionally, there is a museum café and year-round opened museum gardens that make the visit pleasant for families. ([museum-der-gartenkultur.de](https://www.museum-der-gartenkultur.de/barrierefreier-zugang?utm_source=openai))

Strong environment with professional authority

The operator is the Foundation for Garden Culture, which has existed since 2010 and develops the museum as a place for preservation, knowledge, and practical garden education. On the website, the institution describes itself as a network, center, and destination for all who want to experience garden culture. For families, this means: There is real expertise in every offering. ([museum-der-gartenkultur.de](https://www.museum-der-gartenkultur.de/stiftung?utm_source=openai))

Conclusion: Those looking for a meaningful holiday activity with children will find a lovingly designed family experience related to nature, fun crafting, and a sustainable message here. The offering invites creativity and a new discovery of the world of bees. Experience it live and plan ahead. ([gaissmayer.de](https://www.gaissmayer.de/web/downloads/2026_GM_Programmheft_Web.pdf?m=1773055752))