Nashville Zoo, Inc.
Programs
Budget
$251,000,000.00
Description
Nashville Zoo strives to create a world-class zoological experience for visitors, while creating the best possible habitats for our animals. When designing animal exhibits, Rick Schwartz, Zoo President & CEO, considers the best interest of the animals and needs and wishes of visitors, donors, and staff. Nashville Zoo has developed over 29 new animal habitats since moving to the Grassmere property, including Kangaroo Kickabout, the Giraffe Savannah, Bamboo Trail and Flamingo Lagoon. Additions since 2017 include spider monkey, rhinoceros, Andean bear, Sumatran tiger, and Komodo dragon exhibits. Future plans involve the addition of an Africa-themed exhibit with lions, hippos, cheetah, giraffe, and numerous primate and bird species. Nashville Zoo is internationally known for developing barrier-free exhibits that mimic an animal's natural habitat. The Zoo gives visitors a unique opportunity to learn about species from around the globe.
Category
Animal Related - Zoological Parks & Aquariums
Beneficiaries
General Public
Families
Animals
Program Areas Served
Middle Tennessee
$251,000,000.00
Description
Nashville Zoo strives to create a world-class zoological experience for visitors, while creating the best possible habitats for our animals. When designing animal exhibits, Rick Schwartz, Zoo President & CEO, considers the best interest of the animals and needs and wishes of visitors, donors, and staff. Nashville Zoo has developed over 29 new animal habitats since moving to the Grassmere property, including Kangaroo Kickabout, the Giraffe Savannah, Bamboo Trail and Flamingo Lagoon. Additions since 2017 include spider monkey, rhinoceros, Andean bear, Sumatran tiger, and Komodo dragon exhibits. Future plans involve the addition of an Africa-themed exhibit with lions, hippos, cheetah, giraffe, and numerous primate and bird species. Nashville Zoo is internationally known for developing barrier-free exhibits that mimic an animal's natural habitat. The Zoo gives visitors a unique opportunity to learn about species from around the globe.
Category
Animal Related - Zoological Parks & Aquariums
Beneficiaries
General Public
Families
Animals
Program Areas Served
Middle Tennessee
Description
Committed to inspiring connections with nature, the Education Department realizes that people learn in different ways and leverages this knowledge with diverse programming. In 2019, the Zoo's Education Programs reached more than 330,000 children and adults. Starting as early as 18 months and carrying into adulthood, the department provides a progression where audiences can 'grow up' with the zoo. Programs for individual age groups such as Zoo Tots, ZooTeens, camps and scouting adventures are offered in fun, informative and engaging ways. School programs, aligned with State Standards, feature live animals and activities and are presented at the Zoo or schools. Outreach programs also travel to libraries, hospitals, and nursing homes. Opportunities extend to high school and college students through internships, and adults are engaged through the volunteer and docent programs.
Beneficiaries
General Public
Adults
Children and Youth (0 - 19 years)
Program Areas Served
Middle Tennessee
Committed to inspiring connections with nature, the Education Department realizes that people learn in different ways and leverages this knowledge with diverse programming. In 2019, the Zoo's Education Programs reached more than 330,000 children and adults. Starting as early as 18 months and carrying into adulthood, the department provides a progression where audiences can 'grow up' with the zoo. Programs for individual age groups such as Zoo Tots, ZooTeens, camps and scouting adventures are offered in fun, informative and engaging ways. School programs, aligned with State Standards, feature live animals and activities and are presented at the Zoo or schools. Outreach programs also travel to libraries, hospitals, and nursing homes. Opportunities extend to high school and college students through internships, and adults are engaged through the volunteer and docent programs.
Beneficiaries
General Public
Adults
Children and Youth (0 - 19 years)
Program Areas Served
Middle Tennessee
Description
Nashville Zoo is actively involved in research, habitat protection, breeding programs and education initiatives around the globe. As a founding member of the Clouded Leopard Consortium, Nashville Zoo has been instrumental in the conservation and propagation of clouded leopards. The Zoo is the leader in innovative anteater care and has literally written the book on husbandry guidelines for this species. Using groundbreaking biotechnology, Nashville Zoo was the first organization in the world to breed Eastern hellbenders. Nashville Zoo is also successfully breeding thousands of Puerto Rican crested toads and releasing them into protected areas of their native land. Nashville Zoo partners with conservation biologists in a host of countries including Thailand, Malaysia, Borneo, Vietnam, Brazil, Bolivia and Guyana. The Zoo contributes to programs supporting a number of species in the wild including gorillas, giant armadillos, tigers, tapirs, red pandas, rhinos and elephants.
Beneficiaries
Animals
Program Areas Served
Local and International
Nashville Zoo is actively involved in research, habitat protection, breeding programs and education initiatives around the globe. As a founding member of the Clouded Leopard Consortium, Nashville Zoo has been instrumental in the conservation and propagation of clouded leopards. The Zoo is the leader in innovative anteater care and has literally written the book on husbandry guidelines for this species. Using groundbreaking biotechnology, Nashville Zoo was the first organization in the world to breed Eastern hellbenders. Nashville Zoo is also successfully breeding thousands of Puerto Rican crested toads and releasing them into protected areas of their native land. Nashville Zoo partners with conservation biologists in a host of countries including Thailand, Malaysia, Borneo, Vietnam, Brazil, Bolivia and Guyana. The Zoo contributes to programs supporting a number of species in the wild including gorillas, giant armadillos, tigers, tapirs, red pandas, rhinos and elephants.
Beneficiaries
Animals
Program Areas Served
Local and International
Description
In cooperation with sponsoring partners, Nashville Zoo is able to offer a number of unique events to the Middle Tennessee community. Events such as Eggstravaganzoo and Boo at the Zoo offer a safe and entertaining venue for families to celebrate the holidays together. The Zoo also offers special events for select members of our community including Military Appreciation Day and Autism Awareness Day. Adult-only events include Brew at the Zoo; Red, White and Zoo; and Sunset Safari. Community groups can utilize the Zoo for birthday parties, weddings, corporate outings and family reunions.
Beneficiaries
Families
Adults
Children and Youth (0 - 19 years)
Program Areas Served
Middle Tennessee
In cooperation with sponsoring partners, Nashville Zoo is able to offer a number of unique events to the Middle Tennessee community. Events such as Eggstravaganzoo and Boo at the Zoo offer a safe and entertaining venue for families to celebrate the holidays together. The Zoo also offers special events for select members of our community including Military Appreciation Day and Autism Awareness Day. Adult-only events include Brew at the Zoo; Red, White and Zoo; and Sunset Safari. Community groups can utilize the Zoo for birthday parties, weddings, corporate outings and family reunions.
Beneficiaries
Families
Adults
Children and Youth (0 - 19 years)
Program Areas Served
Middle Tennessee
