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Friday, Sep 25, 2020

Recognizing Zoo Superheroes for Wearing Masks

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium announces a program to recognize Zoo Superheroes who wear their mask to help keep others healthy. Once a week, a special Zoo Squad will be on Zoo grounds looking for children and families who keep their masks on even when there is not a rule to do so, such as outside. Recipients will become official “Zoo Superheroes” with a sticker and animal face mask for each child. “As we continue to figure out new ways to go about our regular... Read More
Posted by Diane Kohout at Friday, Sep 25, 2020
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Thursday, Sep 17, 2020

Zoo Reopens Mahoney Kingdoms of the Night and Increases Overall Capacity

The Zoo announces the reopening of Mahoney Kingdoms of the Night and increased overall capacity. These changes are in accordance with the Nebraska Governor Pete Rickett’s Phase IV Directive Health Measures. These new operating procedures will go into effect on Friday, September 18, 2020. Phase IV means that there will no longer be a limit on the number of visitors to Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium. Due to this change, Zoo members will no longer be required to reserve... Read More
Posted by Diane Kohout at Thursday, Sep 17, 2020
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Tuesday, Aug 25, 2020

Two More Late Nights at Zoo Will Feature New Hours and Access to the New Owen Sea Lion Shores

Two more Late Nights at the Zoo have been added on September 10 and 17 with the new hours of 6 to 9:30 p.m. at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium. Gather your friends and enjoy the Zoo while relaxing with wildlife, food trucks and drinks. New with these evenings will be the opportunity to visit the Owen Sea Lion Shores Exhibit, opening Labor Day weekend. Late Nights is for adults only, ages 21 and older. “We thank our wonderful Omaha community for coming out to the summer Late... Read More
Posted by Diane Kohout at Tuesday, Aug 25, 2020
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Tuesday, Jul 28, 2020

Enjoy Late Nights at the Zoo On Thursdays This Summer

Late Nights at the Zoo continues Thursdays through August 20 at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium. Gather your friends and make it a weekly event to relax with wildlife, food trucks and drinks at the Zoo. The series continues this Thursday, July 30, from 7 to 10:30 p.m. and is for adults only, ages 21 and older. Late Nights at the Zoo also occurs on the next three Thursdays, August 6, 13, and 20.  “During this unpredictable and ever-changing time, we hope the Omaha... Read More
Posted by Diane Kohout at Tuesday, Jul 28, 2020
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Friday, Jul 24, 2020

Zoo Changes Operating Hours

The Zoo is changing the last ticket admission time to 3 p.m. daily beginning on Tuesday, July 28, 2020. Buildings will remain open until 5 p.m. and the Zoo grounds until 6 p.m. Guests can make a reservation for a time to enter the Zoo up to three days in advance of their visit at OmahaZoo.com/Hours-and-Admission . These schedule changes are intended to generate financial savings for the Zoo. “A closer look at our guests’ attendance patterns suggests that only approximately 5... Read More
Posted by Diane Kohout at Friday, Jul 24, 2020
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Friday, Jul 17, 2020

Asian Highlands Takes First Place as Best Zoo Exhibit in 2020 USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards

USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards has selected Asian Highlands at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium as the Best Zoo Exhibit in North America. Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and Wildlife Safari Park also ranked at the top of the leader board in the 2020 USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Travel Awards. Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium was named the third “Best Zoo” in the country, while Wildlife Safari Park ranked as the second... Read More
Posted by Diane Kohout at Friday, Jul 17, 2020
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Thursday, Jul 16, 2020

Zoo Mourns Conservation Leader and Former COO Danny Morris

The Zoo is mourning the passing of Danny Morris, former chief operating officer and long-time employee. Danny was a fierce advocate for wildlife conservation efforts and dedicated his life to Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium for over four decades.  Danny Morris was instrumental in the growth of the Zoo, not only in his roles, but also through his assistance in the design and construction of major exhibits including the Lied Jungle, Desert Dome, Suzanne and Walter Scott Aquarium,... Read More
Posted by Diane Kohout at Thursday, Jul 16, 2020
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Friday, Jul 10, 2020

Zoo Announces the Return of Late Nights in July and August

Join Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium for a relaxed evening of wildlife, food trucks and drinks as it hosts the first Late Nights at the Zoo of the summer on Thursday, July 16, from 7 to 10:30 p.m. This series is for adults only, ages 21 and older, and will also be held on the following Thursdays: July 23 and 30, August 6, 13, and 20.  Each ticket to Late Nights at the Zoo includes one complimentary drink ticket, access to select Zoo exhibits after-hours, and the ability to... Read More
Posted by Diane Kohout at Friday, Jul 10, 2020
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Thursday, Jul 2, 2020

Zoo Announces Increased Capacity on Grounds and Reopening of Hubbard Expedition Madagascar, Gorilla Valley, and Orangutan Forest

The Zoo is happy to announce the reopening of Hubbard Expedition Madagascar, Hubbard Gorilla Valley, and Hubbard Orangutan Forest on Friday, July 3. The Elevator building, which provides access to these areas, will also be open. Overall capacity of the Zoo has been increased to 9,200 people on grounds, while keeping building capacity at 50 percent of occupancy rate. These parameters allow guests to safely social distance between groups. “As we approach the holiday weekend, we hope the... Read More
Posted by Diane Kohout at Thursday, Jul 2, 2020
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Monday, Jun 29, 2020

Vote Now for the Zoo, Asian Highlands, and Wildlife Safari Park in 2020 USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards

USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards has selected Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium as a contender for “Best Zoo” and Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park for “Best Safari Park” in America. Asian Highlands at the Zoo has also been nominated as “Best Zoo Exhibit” in the country. The public is being asked to cast their votes online to determine the winners.  The public has until Monday, July... Read More
Posted by Diane Kohout at Monday, Jun 29, 2020
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