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Lincoln Park Zoo Stays Free Through 2050 ›
Lincoln Park Zoo has been, and will always be, a magical place: a free oasis in the heart of Chicago, dedicated to connecting people to nature and creating environments where wildlife can thrive
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UWIN Partnership in South Africa ›
Humans exist within larger ecosystems—even in cities. We may alter the places we live, but animals are always around us. To minimize conflict between us and the creatures that share our cities, we
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Building Empathy Through Play ›
Caring for the natural world goes hand in hand with empathy, an emotional skill that begins developing in kids at an early age. Although young children tend to think that other people see, hear,
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Ready for a Nature Walk? ›
Going on a walk with a child is an excellent way to inspire appreciation for the natural world, but taking the time to plan a successful trip can make the difference on even the simplest adventure
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Eastern Black Rhino Calf Takes First Few Steps Outside ›
#RhinoWatch continues! Lincoln Park Zoo’s Eastern black rhino calf had access to his outdoor habitat at Regenstein African Journey today, making his zoo debut.
The calf appeared eager to
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Second Newborn Gorilla Joins Troop at Regenstein Center for African Apes ›
Lincoln Park Zoo’s western lowland gorilla troop welcomed another new face June 12! Bana, 24, gave birth to a healthy infant, exactly one month after the
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Behind the Scenes: Armadillo Nail Trim ›
Recently at Regenstein Small Mammal-Reptile House, Dudley, a three-banded armadillo, participated in a nail trim with keeper Brittany Childs. Animal Care staff work hard to ensure that vet visits
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HOPES at the zoo: A Night to Remember ›
Recently, Lincoln Park Zoo partnered with Chicago HOPES for Kids, an organization dedicated to providing educational support for children experiencing homelessness. On May 4, more than 200
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Exciting Things to do this Summer at the Zoo ›
Summer is just around the corner and so are some of the exciting events happening at Lincoln Park Zoo! Summertime is the perfect season to explore zoo grounds and connect with nature, family, and
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