Love taking pictures of animals at the Zoo? 
Patron Membership
As a Patron member you will receive the following exclusive benefits:
- 20% discount in National Zoo Stores
- Invitations to exclusive events
- One car pass to the Autumn Conservation Festival at the Zoo's Conservation and Research Center
- Recognition in Smithsonian Zooger
- Priority registration for summer camps (one week earlier than other FONZ members)
- Priority registration for Snore and Roar overnights (one week earlier than other FONZ members)
- Priority registration to host a birthday party at the Zoo (one week earlier than other FONZ members)
- Free membership to the FONZ Photo Club (a $30 value)
plus all the benefits of Household Membership:
- Free parking while visiting the Zoo
- Smithsonian Zoogoer magazine
- Annual member event
- Free or discounted admission to and discounts at more than 100 zoos and aquariums nationwide
- Discounts on tickets to popular Zoo events
- Invitations to previews of new exhibits
- Opportunities to attend summer camps
- Opportunities to attend classes and workshops
- Opportunities to attend Snore & Roar overnights
- Conservation Kids’ Club button and free snacks at the Zoo
- Discount on stroller rentals
Become a Patron or renew ($250)
Even if you have a current FONZ membership that is not set to expire soon you can upgrade today and your membership will be extended for a year.
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