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Patron Membership
Become a Patron or renew. ($250)
As a Patron member you will receive the following exclusive benefits:
- 10 percent discount in National Zoo Stores
- Invitations to exclusive events
- One car pass to the Autumn Conservation Festival at the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute in Front Royal, Virginia
- Recognition in Smithsonian Zoogoer
plus all the benefits of Premier+ Membership:
- Free parking while visiting the Zoo during regular daylight hours
- Smithsonian Zoogoer magazine
- Annual member event
- Free or discounted admission to and discounts at more than 100 zoos and aquariums nationwide
- Discounts on tickets to popular Zoo events
- Invitations to previews of new exhibits
- Priority registration for camps
- Priority registration for classes and workshops
- Priority registration for Snore & Roar overnights
- Priority registration for birthday parties at the Zoo
- Discount on stroller rentals
- 3 Free Coupons Each: Carousel, Fountain Drink, Discount Food 10%
- Additional membership card for grandparent or nanny
Become a Patron or renew ($250)
 Automatic membership renewal now available! |
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Even if you have a current FONZ membership that is not set to expire soon you can upgrade today and your membership will be extended for a year.
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