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ProgramsPrograms Learn at the Zoo with spring and summer camps, or bring the Zoo to you in your home or classroom!
- Field Trips Come explore wildlife in nature's own classroom
- Zoo Camps Year-round camps for spring, summer, fall and winter breaks
- Zoo Krewe Volunteer program for teens, with hands-on training
- Safari Night Learn about the Zoo's animals on an overnight adventure
- Zoo & Me Morning Animal encounters and art projects for 3 to 5 year-olds
- Zoo Mobile Bring the Zoo to your classroom with educational visits
- Project Ark STEM education programs for EBR school grades 1-5
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Support Get involved with the Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation by supporting the Zoo's major events, wildlife conservation efforts, volunteering, and more.- Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation 501(c)3 non-profit supporting the Zoo's major events
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Today's Hours 9:30am–5:00pm (Last Entry 4:00pm)
Art for Animals - Event Information
EVENT WILL BE RAIN OR SHINE!
Entertainment Schedule
| On the Grounds (9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.) |
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| On the Grounds (9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.) Interactive Painting with artist Joshua White: 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
| On the Grounds (9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.) West Baton Rouge Museum (located in Kids Barn): 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
| On the Grounds (9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.) EdZooCation: 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
| On the Grounds (9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.) BREC Art - Kids Creative Corner: 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
| On the Grounds (9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.) Caricature Artist: 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
| On the Grounds (9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.) Petite Princess - Cinderella & Spiderman: 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
| On the Grounds (9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.) AAZK Table: 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
| On the Grounds (9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.) Food Court: All day until Zoo close |
RECEPTION
1:00 p.m. - 3 p.m.:
Meeting Location: Atrium of the Zoo Entry (Upstairs)
Awards & Reception: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Join us in the upstairs atrium of the Zoo Entry for an inspiring afternoon celebrating local creativity and the powerful connection between art and wildlife. The event begins at 1:00 p.m., with opening remarks from Zoo Director Jim Fleshman, followed by a brief message from the Greater Baton Rouge Arts Council on the importance of supporting the arts in our community.
We’ll also share exciting news about the upcoming fall Call for Artists as we prepare for the 3rd Annual Art for Animals exhibit.
Award Categories:
Youth (Ages 14–17): Honorable Mentions
Adults (18+): 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place
People's Choice
Director's Choice
We will conclude the program with the announcement and presentation of awards. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to celebrate local talent and the vibrant spirit of Baton Rouge’s art scene!
