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The zoo will close early at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 28, 2026, for a private event.

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MEDIA INQUIRIES

Gigi Allianic

Senior Public Relations & Communications Manager
woodlandparkzoopr@zoo.org
206.548.2550

Craig Newberry

Public Relations Specialist
woodlandparkzoopr@zoo.org
206.548.2550

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Working press on verifiable assignments may contact Public Relations staff at woodlandparkzoopr@zoo.org. All others must complete one of the two forms below. Due to the volume of requests, initial responses may take up to five business days.

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