New Entry Plaza Nears Completion At Elmwood Zoo

NORRISTOWN, PA — Construction continues to progress on Norristown's Elmwood Park Zoo's massive new renovation, including the entry plaza which is now nearing completion.

The 21,000 square foot outdoor plaza is adjacent to the new Welcome Center and the Veterinary Health Center.

The plaza features a wide variety of interpretative exhibits and artistic sculptures at the center.

"Signs and kiosks placed around the plaza highlight the rich history of the Zoo," the zoo said in a recent update on the progress. "The fountain at the center of the plaza features sculptures of white-tailed deer and a stalking jaguar, created by artist Zenos Frudakis, that represent the Zoo’s founding, its present and its future."

See here for photos of the new entry plaza.

Elmwood received a massive $30 million anonymous donation in Oct. 2022 to build the hospital and new welcome center.

The work is anticipated to be completed by some point this spring or summer, in time for the celebration activities surrounding the zoo's 100th birthday.