About this Event
About the tour: Explore the critical role of landscape architecture at Denver Zoo and how site design, guest flow, guest viewing, sustainability and exploration all factor into a successful operation. Horticulture and the preservation of century-old trees have long been a priority at Denver Zoo, enhancing the visitor and employee experience throughout the 84-acre campus. See firsthand the significant design changes sparked by the 2015 Master Plan, including the decision to segment the Zoo by continent, and hear how landscape architecture also factors into day-to-day planning and operations, from public art installations to the annual "Zoo Lights" display.
About Denver Zoo: At 126 years old, Denver Zoo is one of the oldest and most visited public institutions in Colorado, welcoming more than 1.4 million visitors annually. The experience for both visitor and animal has transformed dramatically over the course of its history. In the last century, Denver Zoo has created award-winning animal habitats, designed to optimize animal health and wellbeing, along with a state-of-the-art animal hospital. The campus is also representative of Denver’s architectural history, as the grounds feature 100 buildings of various styles, from Victorian to contemporary. With over 3,000 wild animals to house, feed and care for, the buildings are not only aesthetically pleasing, but contain highly complex operating systems to keep animals healthy and comfortable.
About the tour guide: George Pond, Senior Vice President of External Projects, Denver Zoo, has spent more than 17 years working on the design, construction, facility management and sustainability of the complex campus environment. George was the lead architect of Denver Zoo's Master Plan and oversaw dramatic changes to the campus, all while working collaboratively across the public and private sector to ensure a sustainable and successful future. In addition to his long career at Denver Zoo, he has Master's degrees in both Architecture and Landscape Architecture.
Please note: While Denver Zoo is a beloved family destination, the content of this tour has been developed with adults in mind. Due to Denver Zoo safety protocols, no attendee on this tour may be under the age of 9.
Accessibility: This 90-minute walking tour will cover the Denver Zoo campus along paved walking paths. Benches for brief rest will be available along the route.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Denver Zoo, 2300 Steele Street, Denver, United States
USD 25.00 to USD 30.00