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Zoo and Safari Park Announce Insect Adventure and Black Friday Sale

Insect Adventure is crawling, buzzing and flying into Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park this spring. The all-new giant journey into their tiny world will feature 35 supersized animatronic insects and spiders. Guests can experience Insect Adventure when they purchase or renew their Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and Wildlife Safari Park combo membership

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Zoo Leads a New Era in Animal Health

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is excited to share the construction of the Bill and Berniece Grewcock Animal Hospital, a state-of-the-art, 32,000 square-foot facility designed to meet the diverse medical needs of the Zoo’s animals. The new hospital, located on the northeast side of the Zoo, will feature enhanced medical technology and species-specific care

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Zoo Announces Return of Zoolightful

Omaha’s Wildly Bright Holiday Tradition returns! Zoolightful presented by Chesterman Co. Coca-Cola, begins on Friday, November 22 with festivities until December 30. The Zoo will once again transform into a captivating world of dazzling lights and unforgettable holiday experiences for all ages. Featuring returning favorites like the igloos at Peppermint Pines and the larger-than-life light

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Zoo Receives Prestigious AZA Accreditation

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is proud to announce its continued accreditation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ (AZA) independent Accreditation Commission. This accreditation means that the Zoo has met the rigorous standards of AZA and will continue to set a precedent for excellence in the zoological community. Fewer than ten percent of

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Zoo Announces Ghouls & Glow

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is excited to announce the return of Ghouls & Glow presented by Veridian Credit Union. This year, Ghouls & Glow is “short but extra sweet” with two weekends of family friendly fun: October 17-20 and 24-27. Ghouls & Glow will feature spellbinding performances by Omaha Circus Arts and Omaha

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Zoo Introduces All-New Event: Croctoberfest

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is proud to introduce a new addition to our popular Late Nights at the Zoo event series, Croctoberfest. This unique celebration blends the festive spirit of Oktoberfest with the fascinating world of crocodilians. Join Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium select Thursdays in September – September 12 and 26.

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Zoo Announces CHRO and SVP of People and Culture

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is proud to announce the appointment of Megan Rachal as the new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and Senior Vice President of People and Culture. In this role, Megan will lead the strategy and vision for all aspects of an employee’s work experience for the organization and will be

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Zoo Announces SVP of Guest Experience, Brand and Revenue

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is proud to announce the appointment of Megan Longo as the new Senior Vice President of Guest Experience, Brand and Revenue. This pivotal role will see Megan spearheading the development, implementation and refinement of mission-aligned strategies aimed at fostering brand loyalty through exceptional guest experience.  The search, recruitment and

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Zoo Announces Summer Offerings

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is proud to announce an exciting lineup of experiences for the 2024 summer season. From the reimagined Hubbard Orangutan Forest to the return of Late Nights at the Zoo, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at the number one Zoo in the nation. Hubbard Orangutan Forest Reopening The newly

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Zoo Announces Return of Party for the Planet

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is celebrating Earth Day with an educational event hosted by the Zoo Academy high school students. Party for the Planet will feature a sustainability market, educational booths, a scavenger hunt and more. The event will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Omaha’s

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