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This morning the Saint Louis Zoo announced that they would close the beloved Emerson Children’s Zoo in October 2020. Dinosaurs Step Fill the Gap The Zoo plans to fill the space with an exhibit called “DinoRoarus” while they plan a more permanent remodel of the family zone. They will fill the 3.5 acres temporarily with …

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Updated 2020 Because 2020 is such an awesome year (insert eyeroll here) the Saint Louis Boo at the Zoo has made some adjustments to keep families safe AND entertained this Halloween. Saint Louis Boo at the Zoo 2020 You’ll need to get your 2020 Boo at the Zoo tickets IN ADVANCE. Tickets are not available …

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World Bird Sanctuary in Valley Park is a non-profit organization that promotes the conservation of wild birds of prey. Ok, that sounds a bit dull. Tell your kids you’re taking them to the Bird Zoo. Much better. 2022 Update To better support our feathered friends, the World Bird Sanctuary is now charging admission to visit. Don’t …

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Each year I get a renewal notice from the St. Louis Zoo for my family’s membership, and every year I open my wallet without hesitation. Why, it’s the most awesome zoo ever! Of course I want to be a member! Whoo-hoo! But this year…I paused. We’ve been members almost as long as I’ve been a mom–20 …

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The Children’s Zoo has been closed and replaced with a Dinosaur display. Read more here. The St. Louis Zoo in Forest Park is a great place to take the kids–not only is our zoo world class, there’s no admission fee charged at the door. No PAID Admission needed to Enter the St. Louis Zoo You …

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