Field Trips

Animal House Presentations

Animal presentations are available throughout the year and cover topics such as basic classification, adaptations, Louisiana, or endangered species. Our staff can design programs to meet your specific needs.

Any age group can request a 30 minute animal presentation in our Animal House. Your class will be able to view the education animal collection in the Animal House and have an "up-close" animal encounter. These animal presentations will be supervised by one of our education assistants.

Schedule presentations with the Education Department by calling 473-1143, Ext. 6815. You can schedule your field trip to the Zoo through our Front Office but the animal presentations must be scheduled throught the Education Department. Due to the high volume of school visitors, especially during March, April and May, programs must follow a strict time schedule and are generally scheduled on the hour and half-hour.

Class size in the Animal House is limited to 60. Larger groups need to reserve additional time slots.

Please remind students that the Animal House is the home of animals. "Indoor voices" and a calm atmosphere are required for the animals. The building can be closed at any time if animals appear stressed or circumstances arise requiring closure.

To request an Animal House Program

(Programs are 30 minutes in length.)

1. Download the Field Trip registration form and mail or fax the completed form back to the Zoo.
2. Two to three business days later you will receive your field trip confirmation form. That form confirms that you are scheduled for group rate admission at the Zoo.
3. Contact the Alexandria Zoo Education Department (473-1143, Ext. 6815) and reserve a time slot on the Animal House Calendar.

You will need to provide the following information:

• Your name
• Your school name
• Your phone number
• Date you would like to visit
• Time you would like to visit the Animal House
• Your grade level
• Approximate number in your group
• Your topic choice

Your call will be returned to confirm your program.