Newsroom
Listen up
We have news to announce!Welcome to the Metro Richmond Zoo’s newsroom. Here you will find copies of the zoo’s latest press releases and other announcements in a blog format.
Media Resources
If you are a member of the media please contact Taylor, our Communications Manager at [email protected] for the following:
- Schedule an interview for a story
- Access high-quality images or video
- Request to be added to our media mailing list
View our official press kit.
The zoo sends press releases to the media whenever we have significant announcements about animal births, new exhibits, or other exciting updates. You can read them below.
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Celebrating 20 Years!
Happy 20th Anniversary, Metro Richmond Zoo Twenty years ago, the Metro Richmond Zoo opened to the general public on April 22, 1995. Here is a timeline of our growth in 20 years:1995: Zoo opens with 250 animals covering 30 acres of land.1996: Jack is the Zoo's first...
Metro Richmond Zoo in the News