Blog
Omaha Zoo

Zoo Announces Reopening of the Suzanne and Walter Scott Aquarium and the Desert Dome

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is pleased to announce the reopening of the Suzanne and Walter Scott Aquarium and Desert Dome on Wednesday, June 24. Along with welcoming guests back into these exhibits, the Zoo is also excited to announce the completion of the Scott Aquarium renovation.  “Beginning to open indoor exhibits is a

Read More
Omaha Zoo

Zoo Announces Plans for Phased Openings

The Zoo has announced a phased approach to continue opening more areas and exhibits. These decisions are based on the most recent health and safety guidelines provided by the governor’s office. With capacity limits increasing to 10,000 for the Zoo as a whole and indoor spaces increasing to 50 percent of rated capacity, the Zoo

Read More
Movie Reviews

Few Scares in This Haunted House

You Should Have Left is the film adaptation of German author Daniel Kehlmann’s hit novella. The horror aspects were apparently lost in translation. You Should Have Left offers a few initial frights before devolving to standard haunted house drudgery. A strong lead performance from Kevin Bacon elevates the lackluster script; but not enough to compensate

Read More
Movie Reviews

Hijacking Thriller Evokes Memories of 9/11

7500 is a harrowing thriller that evokes visceral memories of September 11, 2001. Islamic terrorists hijack a German airplane bound for Paris. The entire film takes place inside the cockpit in real time. There is no soundtrack or accompanying score. The savagery of the situation drives gripping tension until a somewhat deflating third act. It

Read More
Omaha Zoo

Wildlife Safari Park Opens Bison Overlook, Walking Trails and More

Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park in Ashland, Nebraska, is opening more areas for visitors today after being a drive-through experience only this season due to coronavirus. Guests are now able to leave their vehicle to do some exploring.  Areas opening today to visitors include the walking trails, the Bison Overlook, the Pelican Wetlands Overlook,

Read More
Movie Reviews

Spike Lee Delivers an Impactful and Brilliantly Artistic Film

Black soldiers have fought and died for America from the republic’s inception. They sacrificed for a country that treated them like second class citizens for the majority of its history. Da 5 Bloods addresses that racial disparity with artistic brilliance and masterful storytelling techniques. It weaves a thread from the tumultuous Vietnam War to the

Read More
Movie Reviews

Da 5 Bloods Reviews Praise Spike Lee’s Powerful New Netflix Movie

A new Spike Lee-directed movie is always cause for excitement, and the upcoming Da 5 Bloods sounds like one of Lee’s best. Being released to Netflix this Friday, the movie is already receiving widespread critical acclaim making it the right time to climb aboard the hype train. “A compelling treasure hunt story, with an extremely

Read More
Omaha Zoo

Moo at the Zoo Goes Virtual in 2020

For the first time, join Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium for a virtual Moo at the Zoo experience online, Friday, May 29, through Sunday, May 31.  In partnership with Midwest Dairy, Moo at the Zoo is an annual agricultural-themed event held at the Zoo to kick-off National Dairy Month in June. Due to the

Read More
Omaha Zoo

Reopening Fact Sheet

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium plans a phased reopening. Phase 1 includes no indoor access but allows outdoor guest usage with clearly defined guidelines for the health and safety of Zoo guests and staff. There will be timed ticketing to keep guest attendance at a capacity that allows adherence to the 6-foot social distancing

Read More
Omaha Zoo

Zoo Announces Reopening Plan

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium plans to open its outdoor exhibits on Monday, June 1, 2020, after being closed to the public since March 16 due to the coronavirus crisis. The opening of the Zoo is planned as a one-way “walking safari,” including social distancing, and enhanced cleaning and disinfecting protocols based on health

Read More