Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute

Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute provides free admission to a 163-acre DC zoo, combined with conservation-focused education, live animal webcams, and a national conservation biology research institute that advances wildlife science.

{"General public / families visiting for recreation and learning","Educators, schools, and students planning field trips or virtual programs","Researchers and conservation scientists seeking collaboration or data","Donors, members, and corporate partners supporting conservation funding"}

{"Free admission to a Smithsonian-run zoo","Integrated model combining public education/visitation with a dedicated conservation biology institute","Live webcams (e.g., Giant Panda Cam) and broad conservation focus (Saving Asian Elephants, Saving Giant Pandas, etc.)","Membership programs with benefits and reciprocal admissions within the AZA network","Public programming and events (e.g., Boo at the Zoo, Night of the Living Zoo) tied to conservation messaging"}

{"Digital membership cards delivered within 24 hours of purchase","Physical membership cards typically arrive within several weeks","Entry passes are free and available at visit; parking passes require advance booking","Event tickets (e.g., Boo at the Zoo, Night of the Living Zoo) are sold in advance for specific dates"}