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Tuesday, Dec 6, 2022

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium Announces Birth of Four Cheetah Cubs

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium proudly announces the birth of four Cheetah cubs on November 4. 2022. The four cubs were born to mother Clio and father Refu at the Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park. “These cubs are a great example of the collaboration benefits among zoos,” said Dr. Jason Herrick, Vice President of Conservation and Animal Health for Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium. “Not long ago, cheetahs were considered one of the more difficult sp... Read More
Posted by Diane Kohout at Tuesday, Dec 6, 2022
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Wednesday, Nov 30, 2022

Omaha’s Zoo and Aquarium Extends Black Friday Membership Sale In Response to Jurassic Adventure Announcement

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is extending its Black Friday Membership Sale in response to the exciting announcement of Jurassic Adventure at Lee. G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park in Ashland, Nebraska. The Sale is now available until 11:59 p.m. CST on Friday, Dec. 2. “Due to the popularity of the sale and the recent announcement of Jurassic Adventure at the Wildlife Safari Park, we are happy to extend the Black Friday Membership Sale through Friday, Dec. 2,” said Den... Read More
Posted by Diane Kohout at Wednesday, Nov 30, 2022
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Monday, Nov 28, 2022

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium Announces Dinosaur Experience at the Wildlife Safari Park

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is excited to announce the Jurassic Adventure at Lee. G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park in Ashland, Nebraska. This experience will include some of the world's largest and most life-like robotic dinosaurs roaming the Park beginning May 5, 2023. The dinosaurs coming to Ashland will be scattered throughout the Wildlife Safari Park to give an authentic dinosaur safari feel as guests enjoy their visit. The exhibition is created by Dino Dan, Inc., the ... Read More
Posted by Diane Kohout at Monday, Nov 28, 2022
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Wednesday, Nov 23, 2022

Omaha’s Zoo and Aquarium Announces Code for Black Friday Membership Deal

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is offering a Black Friday membership sale beginning at 12 p.m. CST today, Wednesday, Nov. 23, that will end at 11:59 p.m. CST on Wednesday, Nov. 30. Shoppers receive more than 20% off when they purchase or renew a Zoo Household or Grandparent Membership in combination with a Lee. G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park Membership - a $270 value for the cost of $215 (discount offer valid for Zoo and Wildlife Safari Park combination memberships only). A ren... Read More
Posted by Diane Kohout at Wednesday, Nov 23, 2022
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Tuesday, Nov 22, 2022

Celebrate the Holiday Season with Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Join Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium for some of your family’s favorite holiday traditions, Cookies with the Clauses, Penguins and Pancakes, along with special holiday-themed camps. Cookies with the Clauses will be held on both Saturdays, December 10 and 17, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Guests will listen to a story from Santa and Mrs. Claus, decorate delicious cookies and learn how to make gifts for the animal in our own backyards. Fini... Read More
Posted by Diane Kohout at Tuesday, Nov 22, 2022
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Wednesday, Nov 16, 2022

Omaha's Zoo and Aquarium Announces New Holiday Market and Black Friday Membership Deal

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is hosting its first ever Holiday Market and offering a Black Friday Membership Deal this November. The Holiday Market is Saturday, Nov. 19, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. inside the Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Pavilion. Visitors can shop sustainable gifts from 15 local artists and makers who have handmade and one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your list. Access to Holiday Market is free to Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium members... Read More
Posted by Diane Kohout at Wednesday, Nov 16, 2022
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Tuesday, Nov 8, 2022

Omaha’s Zoo and Aquarium Offers Free Admission to Military Families on Veterans Day

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is pleased to offer free gate admission to all active and retired military members, veterans, and their immediate families on Veterans Day, Friday Nov. 11.  Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium will be open on Friday, Nov. 11, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Zoo grounds and buildings close at 5 p.m. with the excep... Read More
Posted by Diane Kohout at Tuesday, Nov 8, 2022
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Tuesday, Nov 8, 2022

Join Us for Comedy Night at Omaha's Zoo and Aquarium

What’s so funny you might ask? Find out at the 9th Annual Comedy Night at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium. With a cocktail in hand for this adult 21 and older event, join comedian Nick Hoff for a roaring good time at two shows on Friday, Nov. 11, and Saturday, Nov. 12. New this year, get the VIP experience at Comedy Night! VIP ticket holders receive early event admission at 6 p.m. with exclusive cocktail hour access to the Scott Aquarium, an open bar, appetizers, up cl... Read More
Posted by Diane Kohout at Tuesday, Nov 8, 2022
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Tuesday, Nov 1, 2022

Omaha's Zoo and Aquarium Installs Solar Panels as Part of Sustainability Mission

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 south-facing, sloped roof as part of the Desert Dome Plaza renovation project. The panels will generate 116,000 KWH, which equals one-third of t... Read More
Posted by Diane Kohout at Tuesday, Nov 1, 2022
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Monday, Oct 31, 2022

Omaha’s Zoo and Aquarium Opens Lied Jungle and Desert Dome After No Further Cases of Avian Influenza

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 will remain closed as the Zoo moves from level 5 to level 4 of its prevention and response plan. Veterinary staff have tested several birds from the Simmons Aviary an... Read More
Posted by Diane Kohout at Monday, Oct 31, 2022
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