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Grand Opening of the Zoo’s renovated Tiger Tundra exhibit

 

WHAT: Grand opening of the Louisville Zoo’s newly renovated Amur tiger exhibit, The Alice S. Etscorn Tiger Tundra. This is an integral part of the Glacier Run project and represents an innovative new trend of turning the Zoo experience “inside out.” The Tiger Tundra renovation is designed to allow special access to visitors who can view these amazing Amur tigers up-close and watch them being trained without a special behind-the-scenes tour.

WH0: Mayor Jerry Abramson, Louisville Zoo Director John Walczak, Louisville Zoo Foundation Chair Mark Wheeler and Sinda (an Amur tiger)

WHEN: Monday, June 2, 10:30 a.m.

WHERE: Louisville Zoo – Call prior to coverage and sign in at the receptionist’s desk in the administration building. You will be escorted to the exhibit area.

NOTE: Great visuals. Instead of a ribbon cutting, we will be rolling up the training door for the first time for the public where you will be able to see a tiger training demonstration!

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The Louisville Zoo, a non-profit organization and state zoo of Kentucky, is dedicated to bettering the bond between people and our planet by providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for visitors, and leadership in scientific research and conservation education. The Zoo is accredited by the American Association of Museums (AAM) and by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). For more information, visit www.louisvillezoo.org.

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