9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium will offer this special day for guests to enjoy the Zoo in a more accessible environment for individuals who are blind, deaf and deafblind.
- Local community partners will be set up in Conservation Courtyard with hands-on activities and learning experiences.
- Columbus Speech and Hearing Center
- Deaf Services Center
- Good Sign Coffee Co.
- Helen Keller National Center
- Ohio En-Compass iCANCONNECT Program
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Keeper Talks
Guests have the unique opportunity to learn from the zookeepers themselves as they present fun, informative sessions about the species they care for daily. With Keeper Talks, guests get the inside scoop on animals straight from the people who know them best...Our Animal Care teams! Interpreters will be present at each of the Keeper Talks to translate.9:45am – Asia Quest – Tigers
10:30am – Heart of Africa – Lions
11:15am – North America – Polar Frontier Bears
1:00pm – Australia – Koala
1:45pm – Congo – Orangutan
2:30pm – Shores – Penguins -
Some sounds and visuals are required for safety purposes and these will not be altered during Quiet Hours. There is also construction noise around the Zoo's North America region.
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Sensory kits with noise-canceling headphones, sunglasses, and fidget devices will be available at Guest Relations for a $10 refundable deposit.
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This event is included with a general day pass purchase. Kindly note that the Zoo will be open to all guests, so there may be large crowds during this experience.
