The Zoo is taking big steps toward completing its Elephant Trails project. Join preeminent animal keepers, veterinarians, and reproductive scientists at an Evening for Elephants to get behind-the-scenes stories, the latest details about Elephant Trails, and the scoop on what it’s like to work with our three elephants. Plus, you'll enjoy complimentary wine from the Washington Wine Academy and a white elephant sale. Find out more

Twenty years ago this fall, the Zoo welcomed naked mole-rats into its collection. They are one of the only mammals known to be eusocial - living in a colony with one breeding female called the queen, up to three breeding males, and many non-breeding workers and soldiers. They can live upwards of 30 years old, and do not get cancer. Learn more and see photos

Get into the holiday spirit at the Young Professionals night at ZooLights, the Zoo’s biggest and brightest event of the year! After stopping by the Eat Wonky or DC Slices food trucks, enjoy a complimentary beverage courtesy of Port City Brewing while walking though the festive lights and viewing animals. Mark your calendars for December 22, YP Night, and stay tuned for details on how to take advantage of this offer! Read about ZooLights

The deadline for our Gin-GRR-bread Habitat competition, celebrating Kids' Farm, is looming. The winner of our competition and nine guests will enjoy a special tour of our new Elephant Barn (closed to the public) and a viewing of the elephants’ morning bath. Get the details and register

Want to give a delicious gift that makes a difference? Take a look at all the offerings from our friends at Baking for Good! Choose from a variety of holiday-themed treats for family and friends and select Friends of the National Zoo during checkout so FONZ gets 15% of the proceeds. Order today

If you're not yet a Young Professional member, there are plenty of great reasons to join. Not only will you help save threatened wildlife, but you'll also get exclusive benefits like special invitations to exhibit previews, discounts on hot events like Brew at the Zoo, and much more. Join today

Build Your Resume

The Cornell-Smithsonian Joint Graduate Training Program officially began accepting applications in October, with the goal of training students who will leverage the complementary strengths of basic research at the world’s leading veterinary college and conservation initiatives pioneered by the nation’s preeminent wildlife research institute. Find out more

Green Your Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving: Whether you’re preparing a Thanksgiving dinner, playing host, or traveling to celebrate the holiday, there are many things you can do to have a greener Thanksgiving.
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