PA-073 Lorenzo L. Langstroth (1810-1895)


Marker text: LORENZO L. LANGSTROTH (1810-1895)

Born here, Langstroth revolutionized the beekeeping industry with his 1852 patented moveable frame hive and his manual, The Hive and the Honey-Bee. Both remain in use today. His innovations advanced beekeeping, pollination, and honey production worldwide.

Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, 2010

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