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Brownsville Zoo
Zoos, or zoological gardens, exist in many forms all over the world. The first zoo showing wild animals from exotic locations to the public was opened in London Zoo, in 1828.
Zoo now often incorporate landscape immersion, where the animals' natural environment is recreated in their enclosures.
Modern zoos range from safari parks, where visitors drive through vast areas, seeing animals in the open range, to petting or childrens' zoos, where children can hold or stroke domestic and farm animals. Zoos also include aquariums, animal sanctuaries, animal theme parks, bird parks and reptile parks, and there are even butterfly zoos.
Zoo visits are fun, entertaining and educational, so wherever you are, visit your local zoo.
Zoo in Brownsville, Texas, United States
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The Gladys Porter Zoo
The Gladys Porter Zoo in Brownsville, Texas, opened its doors to the public in 1971, and welcomes more than 400 000 visitors each year. Set on 31 acres of attractive grounds, The Gladys Porter Zoo, divided into 4 areas, Asia, Africa, Tropical America and Indo-Australia, is home to an interesting collection of 377 species of animals as well as 225 types of plants.The zoo grounds are ideal for many events including birthday parties, weddings and more, and our catering staff can provide outstanding sit-down dinners or casual dining events. Kids parties at our zoo are always enjoyable, and our party packages include all the basics required for fun events.
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Historic Brownsville Museum2015-05-04
Located in Brownsville, Cameron County, Texas, United States
The Historic Brownsville Museum located in the former Southern Pacific Railroad Depot built in 1928 in Brownsville, Texas collects and preserve objects of historic interest, and there's a reference library. They also provide facilities for research and publication, as well as educational outreach programs and exhibits include information from the earliest military fort in our area to displays of antique furniture, and common household items from days gone by. The Historic Brownsville Museum features an extensive collection of historical artifacts, photography and displays which are housed in the fully restored historical building showcasing examples of Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, which is registered as a National Register of Historical Places. The facility is available for rent to host meetings, private receptions and social events, come for a fascinating visit.READ MORE
4 Seasons Mobile Home Park and RV Resort2015-05-04
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Located in Brownsville, Cameron County, Texas, United States
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