Welcome Center

A modern Welcome Center will meet the growing demand for visitation, while expanded classroom and teaching facilities can meet our community’s needs for increased ZooCamp sessions, adult learning opportunities, and learning experience for those with special needs. These new buildings will also showcase the Zoo’s commitment to sustainability and conservation, with water recapture, solar panels, and other features that reduce the Zoo’s carbon footprint.

Guest Services Facilities2021With this transformation, operations like admissions and ZooShop will also be expanded and upgraded to meet the best-in-class standards as well as the increased demands based on attendance growth. Admissions and Member booths will be upgraded to ensure an appropriate welcome into the Zoo, and the ZooShop will be expanded to provide a wider array of merchandise as well.See more of what’s changing