On this day in Indiana History, 1965, the Ft. Wayne Children's Zoo opened on 5 1/2 acres in Franke Park. Over 6,000 people came on the first day to see the 18 animal exhibits.
On this day in Indiana History, 1965, the Ft. Wayne Children's Zoo opened on 5 1/2 acres in Franke Park. Over 6,000 people came on the first day to see the 18 animal exhibits.
For Throwback Thursday we share this from the Hofer and Davis Scrapbook. This from The Fort Wayne Journal Gazette on November 24, 1971. Who is The Fort Wayne Children's Zoo gonna call when they need to acquire land for The African Veldt? Come On Man, Hofer and Davis, that's who!!!!!
Just in time for Fort Wayne Children's Zoo opening day, City Traffic Operations today installed new zoo themed traffic lights. https://bit.ly/2HCUbGE
“There are 36 animals. The carousel is 29 years old and they are solid wood animals. They don’t make wooden animals anymore so these are unique and antique,” he said. “There are 357 light bulbs on the carousel. There’s also a hidden treasure. The King’s Crown. Sometimes people will get off and say they couldn’t find it and I tell them you have to look up.”
Built in 1994, 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition, 36 Menagerie Animals (VARIOUS), 2 chariots National Carousel Association.
The baby giraffe has made her debut! Still choosing to stay close to her mother Faye, the newest addition to the tower is growing each day and exploring the Giraffe Yard more and more. The Giraffe Yard is a big place with lots of sounds, smells, and sights to take in, so please continue to be patient with the little one as she continues to have choice and control over exploring her outdoor habitat.
