
North
Alabama Zoo
"Let's Get a Zoo!"

© 2024 by North Alabama Zoological Society

LET'S GET A ZOO
A ZOO FOR YOU, NORTH ALABAMA

Support Bringing a Bold, Beautiful Zoo to North Alabama!
Join us in creating a world-class zoo right here in North Alabama! The North Alabama Zoo will offer exciting, one-of-a-kind experiences unlike anything else in the country. Drawing inspiration from the best zoos around the globe, visitors can look forward to immersive, safari-like adventures, including dining and event spaces with views of a sprawling multi-species savanna. Guests will even have the chance to stay overnight and go behind the scenes to meet endangered species up close. These incredible experiences will support the conservation of rare and endangered wildlife, providing educational opportunities for visitors of all ages. Become a part of this transformative journey for both animals and future generations of our community!
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OUR SPONSORS
Supporting Education, Conservation, and Community
We are proud to partner with leading organizations dedicated to wildlife conservation and community engagement. Their generous sponsorships not only empower us to continue our missions of providing a unique and engaging nature-based education for North Alabama but also foster a sense of pride and connection within the community through a future zoo. Interested in sponsoring the effort to bring the North Alabama Zoo, please contact development@nalzs.org.






Progress Towards A Zoo For You, North Alabama
Building a zoo is a monumental task, but we are making steady progress! Follow along as we take important steps to create a world-class zoo in North Alabama, from initial planning to opening the gates for you and your family to enjoy.
Step 1
Feasibility Study & Market Analysis
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Complete - Green Light
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Studied local interest and market
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Analyzed zoo and conservation industry
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Confirmed financial viability
Step 2
Business Plan & Stakeholder Engagement
Complete - Green Light
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Built business plan
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Engaged local stakeholders
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Concept design
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Secured advisors from other zoos
Step 3
Community Investment Vote​
In Progress
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Town Halls
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Quality-of-Life Benefits
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Passage of 2025 Zoo Vote State Legislation
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Special election 2025 public vote
Step 4
Site Acquisition & Permitting​
Next Step
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Acquire zoo site
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Develop master plans
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Engineering
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Obtain necessary permits
Step 5
Construction​​
Coming Soon
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Build animal habitats
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Acquire animals from other zoos
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Visitor Experiences
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Two-year construction timeline
Step 6
Grand Opening of the North Alabama Zoo!!
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In March 2021, representatives from NALZS, BRPH, Perry-Becker Design, and local leaders gathered in Athens, AL, leading to the creation of a truly innovative and groundbreaking design for the zoo. We invite you to watch this video that brings our vision for the 250+ acre North Alabama Zoo to life. If you find yourself inspired by this vision, please consider making a donation. Your support is essential in turning this dream into reality.
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