Detroit Hives: Honey Bee Farms as Urban Revitalization

Urban beekeeping is forging new paths in Detroit. Nicole Lindsey and Timothy Paule Jackson of Detroit Hives are generating a lot of buzz working to create sustainable communities for people and pollinators by transforming vacant lots in the inner city into urban bee farms, educational apiaries, #greenspaces. Doing so in a way that uplifts long-term residents and doesn't lend to furthering gentrification. With over 17 locations and 47 honeybee hives they proclaim DETROIT as the PLACE TO BEE! Through their conservation and awareness efforts, educational programs, and health based initiatives, Detroit Hives is creating a safe home for bees and the community to live, feed, and thrive. This interview was recorded in 2021. Nicole Lindsey and Timothy Paule Jackson are Co-Founders and Co-Executive Directors of @DetroitHives [https://detroithives.org/] a 501c3 nonprofit organization working to create sustainable communities for people and pollinators by transforming vacant lots into educational apiaries and #GreenSpaces. Nicole is devoted to altering negative stigmas about bees by educating people of their crucial roles and benefits to the environment. She also loves teaching children about apiology. Timothy, comes from a background in advertising/photography. He is focused on educating the next generation of leaders on sustainability, while working to address food insecurity in Detroit.