Areas of Interest
Houston Zoo, Inc.
1513 North MacGregor
Houston, TX 77030
713-533-6500
www.houstonzoo.org
Philip Cannon, President & CEO
Rick Barongi, Zoo Director
Carol E. Kriegel, Assistant Zoo Manager
ckriegel@houstonzoo.org
Purpose Statement: To provide a fun, unique and
inspirational experience fostering appreciation, knowledge, and care for
the natural world.
Publications: Wild Life, Zoofari News,
educational brochures.
Programs: Lecture series; workshops for teachers; Night Prowl and overnight activities; Scout Badge Workshops; Zoomobile Outreach Programs; Terrific Toddler classes; Discovery Classes; Family Programs.
Major Events: Zoobilee (annual event for Zoo members); Zoo Boo (annual Halloween event); Zoo Friends' Ball/Family Picnic (alternating annual fundraising events).
Speakers Bureau: Contact Alberto Mendoza at 713-533-6548.
Children’s Activities: Children's Zoo open
daily from 10 am until 5:30 pm (petting area closes at 5 PM). See "Programs"
above and visit the Zoo's website for additional activities.
Volunteer Opportunities: Many opportunities for
teenagers and adults. For information call Deb Taylor at 713-533-6547
or visit the Zoo's website.