As part of Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium’s mission to inspire, educate and engage people to serve as lifelong stewards for the conservation of animals and their habitats, solar panels were installed on the Lozier Giant Screen Theater building, which also houses the Zoo’s Gift Shop. The 168 solar panels were installed on the
Nebraska is one of the least-visited states in the nation. And in an attempt to poke fun at common Midwestern stereotypes, the Cornhusker State recently unveiled its new state tourism slogan, “Nebraska: Honestly, it’s not for everyone.” But Nebraska’s biggest city does have plenty of things to do and see, proving the
The Lied Jungle and Desert Dome at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium are open to guests beginning today, Monday, October 31, 2022. No further cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) have been identified on Zoo grounds after two Pink-backed pelicans died of HPAI on October 13 and 14. The Lee G. Simmons Aviary
The Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park in Ashland, Nebraska, will remain open daily through Sunday, November 6, 2022. After that, the Wildlife Safari Park will be open on Saturdays and Sundays as weather permits. All areas of the Wildlife Safari Park are available to drive through and open to the public. Hours will change
The Simmons Aviary, Lied Jungle, and the Desert Dome at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium will be closed to guests beginning Saturday, October 15, 2022, due to the death of a Pink backed pelican from Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). These exhibits will be closed for at least 10 days. The rest of the Zoo,
Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is welcoming fall with something for everyone from a family outing to a night out with friends (21 and older). Eat, drink and be scary! Join us on Thursdays, October 13 and 20, from 7 to 10:30 p.m. for a frightfully fun version of Late Nights at the Zoo: Halloween Edition. Adults 21
Eat, drink and be scary! Join us at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium on Thursdays, October 13 and 20, from 7 to 10:30 p.m. for a frightfully fun version of Late Nights at the Zoo. Adults 21 and over can sink their teeth into local food truck cuisine and drinks at the most interesting cocktail hour in town. Tickets
Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium proudly announces the return of Ghouls & Glow presented by Veridian Credit Union. This light-time adventure for the whole family is bigger than ever this Halloween at Omaha’s Zoo and Aquarium. This zero frightful and all delightful event is an illuminated spectacle for all ages being held October 7 – 9, October
Thursday, September 15, 2022 2:00 PM by Noelle Agenor Food trucks are in the spotlight this year and experiencing them in one place just got easier in Omaha. Local restaurants have taken their businesses on wheels around the city–on corners of parks, tucked into events, and even at local markets.
Viola Davis towers in a fierce and gut-wrenching portrayal of courage. The Woman King is literally unlike any film I have seen. For the first time, Hollywood delivers a historical epic about and driven by the travails of black female warriors. Davis and a sublime supporting cast grace a sweeping narrative that touches many difficult