Experience a night like no other at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium's Lantern Festival, the perfect family or date night outing! Beginning on August 1, join us for spectacular evenings filled with glowing lanterns, animal habitats, and fun activities. - Zoo Member discounts - Complimentary Parking - Event-exclusive food, beverage, and shopping - Rides, animals, and unforgettable performances Get your tickets at https://lnkd.in/gEeQ267W!
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
Empowering People. Saving Wildlife.
About us
Empowering People. Saving Wildlife. The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is home to more than 10,000 animals representing 600+ species. The Zoo is a regional attraction with global impact; annually contributing $4 million of privately raised funds to support conservation projects worldwide. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the Columbus Zoo has earned Charity Navigator’s prestigious 4-star rating.
- Website
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https://www.columbuszoo.org/
External link for Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
- Industry
- Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Powell, Ohio
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1927
- Specialties
- conservation, education, animals, wildlife, and zoo
Locations
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Primary
Get directions
4850 W Powell Rd
Powell, Ohio 43065, US
Employees at Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
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Shannon Swint
Animal Programs Office Coordinator at Columbus Zoo
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Barb DeLorme, SCPM, CSPO®, RVT
Retired at Nationwide Financial • Co-Founder, Partners In Conservation, Columbus Zoo
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Jenny Terman
Membership and Customer Contact Manager at Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
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David Enright
Retired and working part-time
Updates
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👟🌳 Why walk? 🗑️ Reduced Packaging Waste: Walking often means less reliance on drive-thru and takeaway meals, which frequently come in plastic containers and bags (but not at the Zoo, where food is served in compostable or reusable material!). Opting for more local and fresh food options can also significantly reduce plastic waste. 🚗 Lower Emissions: By walking instead of driving, you reduce your carbon footprint, leading to decreased demand for fuel and oil, both of which are key components in plastic production. 😊 Promotes Minimalism: Walking encourages a more mindful and minimalist lifestyle, leading to fewer impulse purchases often associated with plastic packaging, and promotes carrying reusable items like water bottles and shopping bags. Fun Fact: Walking the Zoo helps to get your steps in…3.1 miles, in fact! Learn even more fun facts by joining the Columbus Zoo’s Plastic Free Ecochallenge during the month of July at https://lnkd.in/g4d7sJW.
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Great News: We’ve welcomed two Tasmanian devils at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium! Tori and Layna hail from Tasmania originally and were recently transferred here from The Toledo Zoo & Aquarium, who serves as a stateside coordinator for T-Devil moves around the nation as part of the Save the Tasmanian Devil Program. At one and two years old, respectively, they’re acclimating to their new space on their own time! And, with the help of the Australia and the Islands team, these two bold, brave, and curious girls will slowly meet each other and explore their new habitat. Over several years, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium has supported conservation projects that benefit Tasmanian devils in a variety of ways. These projects include: ▪️ Hosting Tasmanian devils Mustard, Thyme, and Sprout ▪️ Developing effective strategies to rebuild wild populations of the Tasmanian devil through the understanding of demographic and genetic effects ▪️ Supporting satellite tracking of translocated Tasmanian devils ▪️ Genetic analysis of Tasmanian devils While Tori and Layna get settled in, there won’t be a regular schedule of when guests can see them in the habitat, but we expect they’ll warm up to each other soon! Check back here for updates.
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Thanks to the Preservation Parks Foundation for welcoming the Zoo to share in their 50th Anniversary Gala festivities, including inviting our President and CEO, Tom Schmid, to be the keynote speaker. We had a great time and hope you did, too! Learn more about how you can support the area's natural and historic features with the Preservation Parks of Delaware County at https://lnkd.in/gEJ2VKZz
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We've got a surprise for you…baby kittens! The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium’s Pallas’s cats welcomed a litter on July 3...Quite the joyous occasion and a “win” for the conservation of this beautiful species. This is Tiina and Moose's second litter. Tiina and her two babies are doing very well! To give them the time to bond that they need, the kittens won’t be viewable by Zoo guests for about six weeks. Behind the scenes, they’ll be receiving love, care, and attention from the Asia Quest region staff! We’ll let you know when you’ll be able to see the kittens at a later date. In the meantime, feel free to visit Moose!
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At the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, we're committed to making a real difference in the world of animal conservation. Our dedication extends beyond the Zoo's gates, reaching both local communities in Ohio and conservation efforts worldwide. Here are just a few of the remarkable conservation projects that we proudly support. https://lnkd.in/gbhxANiF
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Communication boards are a resource for guests with limited language skills and has pictures of commonly-used worlds and places/items that our unique to our location, and guests can gesture at the images to communicate. Guests can download it from https://lnkd.in/gUR4pDdQ to their device, print a copy prior to their visit to the Zoo, or pick up a copy in the Zoo's Guest Relations office!
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Amazing news from The Wilds! What an important milestone.
The Wilds, in partnership with the Wildlife Restoration Foundation, InterTribal Buffalo Council, and Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe, has successfully relocated 74 bison from The Wilds conservation center in Ohio to the Cheyenne River Sioux Reservation in South Dakota. This significant transfer marks a major milestone in The Wilds' bison conservation plan, showcasing a robust commitment to both ecological and cultural preservation. The American bison, a keystone species and the National Mammal of the United States, plays a critical role in maintaining prairie ecosystems and holds immense cultural significance for Tribal nations across the Great Plains. Dr. Joe Smith, Vice President at The Wilds, shared, "The transfer of these bison is a crucial step in our mission to restore this keystone species to its native range while respecting the profound cultural connections many tribes and communities have with the bison. This collaborative effort underscores the vital importance of bison in maintaining the health of prairie ecosystems and in supporting cultural heritage." After months of careful and collaborative planning to ensure that all went smoothly, on May 9, 2024, The Wilds, Wildlife Restoration Foundation, InterTribal Buffalo Council, and Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe (CRST) successfully moved 74 bison to the Cheyenne River Reservation, home to the four bands of the Titunwan People of the Plains. To perform a traditional CRST ceremony giving thanks for buffalo, CRST Tribal Elder Ivan Looking Horse traveled to The Wilds for the day of departure. Involving The Wilds staff, the moving ceremony was held before the bison departed on their journey to their new home. It included tribal prayers in the native language of the CRST and burning of the sage. The Wilds, in collaboration with the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, is leading the way in bison conservation through the North American Center for Bison Conservation. This initiative brings together The Wilds staff, the Wildlife Restoration Foundation, the InterTribal Buffalo Council, federal, state, and tribal entities, private conservancies, and zoological facilities to manage large-scale bison herds, furthering conservation efforts both in professional care and wild protected areas. Together, we are making a lasting impact for both nature and communities, exemplifying The Wilds' mission of “Empowering People. Saving Wildlife”. Read more at https://lnkd.in/gdeNn_MY
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🌱🍂 Did you know 72% of the Columbus Zoo's waste is composted? Start composting at home and turn food scraps into nutrient-rich soil. Let's work together to reduce waste and protect our environment! Want more tips on composting and being a better steward of our environment? Join the Zoo’s Plastic Free Ecochallenge during the month of July at https://lnkd.in/g4d7sJW.
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