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Houston Zoo

Educator Day

Saturday, Feb. 9, 2019 – Saturday, Feb. 9, 2019

09:00 AM – 03:00 PM
US/Central

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Ideal for all Grade Levels

$40.00 PER EDUCATOR

Credit hours are offered in three or six hour increments.

Come learn what the Houston Zoo has to offer at our annual Educator Day! This conference-style event allows educators a chance to learn about new activities to help you tie in STEM, nature, and conservation solutions in to your classroom. Meet our science partners from around the city and see what they have to offer you throughout the year. Take part in on-grounds tours and sessions that will help you incorporate animals and saving wildlife actions in to your classroom. Registration includes admission to the Zoo, free resources, activities, and so much more!

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HOURS & ADMISSION

Directions & Parking

  • Free Parking
  • Paid Parking
  • The Houston Zoo does not have its own parking lot; free parking is available in Hermann Park. Please note, parking is limited so consider arriving early or using public transportation. See parking options in Hermann Park.

Special Offers / Dining

Make sure to stop by Cypress Circle Café! This Green Restaurant Certified conscientious café focuses on providing locally sourced, sustainable fares that are delicious and wholesome for the entire family. You can skip the line and place your order online here.

Wherever you are in the Houston Zoo, you’re never far away from a snack. Cafes, carts and kiosks are located throughout the Zoo and feature items such as burgers, salads, hot dogs, soft pretzels, popcorn, fresh fruit, beverages and more.

 

Food Trucks

Themed food trucks with a variety of savory and sweet options. Visit the Masakan truck located near our jaguar habitat for Asian inspired cuisine, and our BBQ Americana trailer for smoked meats and classic sides.

 

Twiga Café

Visit Twiga’s spacious, cool dining room to snack on everything from hamburgers to salads to chicken tenders. Pizza, a variety of other kids’ options, and snacks like fresh fruit, cookies, trail mix, and more are also available. Sit outside and watch the giraffes or rhinos while you eat!

 

Albert & Ethel Herzstein Trading Post

Feeling the need for a sweet treat? Here’s your place. Located at the entrance of African Forest, the Trading Post offers Dole Whips as well as a variety of other snacks and treats, including cookies, large pretzels, and popcorn. You’ll also find beverages like soda, juice and Saint Arnold beer.

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