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hive activity with up‑close views of an estimated 45,000 honey bees
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The hives will be maintained by Illinois Bee Rescue, which also
maintains other hives in the Chicago area. Jars of honey harvested
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all‑natural ingredients and without chemicals.
Hamill Family Play Zoo is free with general admission!
H a mi l l F a mi l y P l a y Z o o i s f r e e w i t h g e n e r a l a d mi s s i o n !
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