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Brookfield Zoo Slated for Temporary Closure Jan. 1, 2021
Chicago Parent Editorial Team
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October 22, 2020
The zoo plans to shutter for two months.
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Spookify Your Mold-A-Rama Collection with Halloween Figures at Brookfield Zoo
Chicago Parent Editorial Team
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October 12, 2020
These spooky molds add decorative spunk!
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Brookfield Zoo Sets Reopen Date for July 1
Chicago Parent Editorial Team
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June 29, 2020
General public can return July 8!
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Kids Brighten Lions’ View at Brookfield Zoo
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June 8, 2020
It won't be long before families can visit the new lions.
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Where Your Holiday Mold-A-Ramas are Hiding in Chicago and the Burbs
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November 20, 2019
You know you love the smell.
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Brookfield Zoo Opens New Nature Area for Families
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September 23, 2019
The new Hamill Family Nature Plaza is all about exploring, relaxing and having fun.
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Brick Safari at Brookfield Zoo
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May 10, 2019
No feeding these animals!
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April 8, 2019
From Star Wars to Earth Day, April is a great month for family fun.
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November 27, 2018
It's the best of the month for Chicago families!
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Family date night fun: Summer Nights at Brookfield Zoo
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July 3, 2018
Not your average concert in the park.
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