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Four Key Zones
Historical Core Conservation Campus Wildlife Discovery Immersive Ecoregions
Preserving Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s Located at the Zoo’s south end, This area will feature expanded To the west, 14 regions will transform
historic features, including the iconic this area will be a hub for scientists, attractions, recreational activities, the Zoo into a dynamic, landscape-
North and South Gates, the hand- educators and conservationists, and interactive experiences to based experience inviting guests
carved Carousel, and the Theodore featuring cutting-edge facilities engage guests of all ages with through portals to various parts
Roosevelt Memorial Fountain, this and collaborative spaces. the wonders of wildlife, including of the world. Native animal species
area will serve as a bridge between a spacious new amphitheater will anchor each deeply immersive
the Zoo’s rich history and situated away from animal habitats ecoregion with environments that
its innovative future. that will host programs from mimic their natural habitats, fostering
educational presentations an appreciation for wildlife and their
to musical performances. ecosystems. These regions will
transport guests and provide
enriched animal care and spacious,
mixed-species groupings that ensure
the animals’ optimal well-being.
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