Blank Park Zoo launches “Roar & Explore” Statewide Art Initiative & New Lion Habitat
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Blank Park Zoo is celebrating its 60th anniversary with “Roar & Explore,” a public art initiative inviting Iowa artists to contribute to a statewide display. Simultaneously, the zoo is preparing to open the new Marjorie A. Foster Lion Conservation Center, substantially expanding the lion habitat.
“Roar & Explore” Art Project Details
The zoo is seeking submissions from 20 Iowa artists to design and paint large-scale steel lion sculptures. These sculptures were constructed by the zooS maintenance team. Artists can submit their designs through the zoo’s website.
* submission Deadline: Currently open, with a deadline to be persistent by the zoo.
* Installation: Completed artworks will be installed in April.
* Display period: The sculptures will be displayed at various locations across Iowa through Labor Day.
New Lion Habitat: Marjorie A. Foster Lion Conservation Center
The launch of “Roar & Explore” coincides with the opening of the Marjorie A.Foster Lion Conservation Center. This new habitat will triple the size of the zoo’s existing lion enclosure, providing a significantly enhanced surroundings for the lions. The expansion underscores the zoo’s commitment to lion conservation.
About Blank Park Zoo
Blank Park Zoo, located in des Moines, Iowa, is a leading regional attraction dedicated to conservation, education, and recreation. More data about the zoo and its programs can be found on its official website.
This dual initiative – the public art project and the expanded lion habitat – marks a significant milestone in Blank Park Zoo’s 60th-anniversary celebration and reinforces its dedication to both art and animal welfare within the state of Iowa.