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The Detroit Zoo has introduced a grab-and-go eatery aimed to please even the most health-conscious visitor.  Pure Greens provides a farm-to-zoo experience by serving locally sourced vegetables and meats straight from Michigan farms to Zoo guests. “Supporting our local farms and community while providing our visitors with fresh and healthy dining options benefits everyone,” said […]

In recognition of the dedication of its 50 zookeepers, the Detroit Zoological Society (DZS) joins with other zoological institutions across the country in support of National Zookeeper Week July 19-25, 2015.   “Our zookeepers are passionate, caring and committed professionals responsible for ensuring that the animals at the Detroit Zoo and Belle Isle Nature Zoo […]

Service Systems Associates (SSA) – the third-party operator of concessions and retail services for the Detroit Zoo ­– is investigating a data security breach of their point-of-sale systems in gift shops at nine zoos throughout the country, including those at the Detroit Zoo. The investigation comes after authorities contacted the zoos regarding stolen credit card […]

The Detroit Zoological Society (DZS), in partnership with the Michigan Science Center, presents “Penguins:  A Photographic Expedition” from July 11 to Sept. 6, 2015.  Located in the exhibit gallery in the Ford Education Center, the exhibition is open during regular Detroit Zoo hours and is free with admission. The exhibition features 120 photographs by J.J. […]

Lloyd A. Semple has been named chairman of the board of the Detroit Zoological Society (DZS).  The election was held June 17, 2015, at the DZS annual board meeting.   Semple succeeds Gail L. Warden, who assumes the role of chairman emeritus after serving as chairman for 10 years.   “Gail has been a spectacular […]