Juneteenth

Kick off your Juneteenth celebration with your friends at Seneca Park Zoo on June 19th!

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Friday, 19

9:30 A.M.

Ambassador Animal Meet & Greet

10:30 A.M.

Red Panda Chat

11:30 A.M.

Yoga Session led by Erica Jae

*Weather Dependent

All Day Activities

Awareness Table: Chat with Zoo Naturalists about the importance of pollinator gardens and make seed balls so you can start your own! We’ll also have free hearing screening in the conference room!
 
Community Partners: We’re also excited to welcome community partners onsite like MOCHA Center, Action for a Better Community, Blocks & Bloom, and more.
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What is an Insider Chat?

Meet an animal expert and learn all about the different adaptations and behaviors of the animals in our care. These chats are led by our Zoo Naturalists and are a great way to discover new facts about your favorite animals!

What is an Ambassador Animal Meet & Greet?

These meet & greets will be led by a Naturalist who will also share some animal facts. You will also get a chance to meet an Ambassador Animal up-close!

Upcoming Events

Events

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