About Zoomazium

Zoomazium is an indoor, all-weather facility that incorporates spectacular multimedia features with fun, interactive nature-themed areas devoted to play and learning for children from birth to eight (8) years of age (though all ages and abilities are welcome!) All of the exhibits within Zoomazium have been designed for whole-bodied, imaginative play, as well as integration with existing zoo programs.

The building is divided into several play areas, including active spaces for exploratory play, a stage for theatrical demonstrations, storytelling, puppet shows and video presentations, and a Project Place for guided learning. What could be more fun than exploring a mountain cave, crossing a rope bridge in the tree canopy, discovering what lies beneath a savanna water hole or even climbing a 20-foot tree?! All this and more are awaiting discovery for young children interested in nature.

 

Sensory Friendly Fridays

Fridays in Zoomazium are Sensory Friendly! On Fridays, Zoomazium provides modifications to create a quieter and more comfortable environment for children with sensory sensitivities and their families. Here are some of the modifications you will find in Zoomazium. 

• Background noises are reduced 
• Strangler Fig tree is closed to reduce noise
• Exhibit lights are adjusted to be more sensory friendly
• Mountain projectors show a still image instead of moving video 
• Sensory activities are provided to support language development, motor skills, problem solving skills, and social interactions 

Featured Activity

Calm Critters

Take a moment today to slow down and appreciate all your feelings! Nature is a great place to calm your body and mind.

 

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Nature Patterns
Listening Walk
In Search of Winter Snacks

 

These virtual backpacks are activity packets designed for caregivers and their children to use while visiting the zoo. They are modeled after the physical backpacks we used to have available in Zoomazium.