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Friends of the National ZooJoin FONZ!

Thousands of animals at the National Zoo need you. So does the world's wildlife. Caring for animals at the Zoo and protecting them in the wild is challenging—and always will be. But success is possible with your help.

As a FONZ member, you can be a part of critical conservation programs at the Zoo and throughout the world. A few years ago, FONZ members supported the research that resulted in the birth of Tai Shan, the Zoo's three-year-old giant panda. Giant pandas are endangered, and each birth helps create a brighter future for this amazing species.

Join FONZ and start your adventure today.

Tai Shan as a cubLearn more.

Member Services

The FONZ Membership offices are staffed from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. We encourage you to use our many online services.

Members-only Page

FONZ members can now log in to a web page just for them. click forCheck it out.

Help Build the Elephant Exercise Trek

Make a tax-deductible gift that will help build our elephants a spectacular state-of-the-art trail. more

Questions?

See our frequently asked questions. If your question was not answered, email us or call 202.633.3034.

Member Benefits

Birthday Parties

FONZ members at the household level and above have the opportunity to throw a wild birthday celebration at the Zoo. Parties are held on weekends throughout the year. more

Summer Camps and Classes

FONZ members at the household level and above can send their children to our award-winning camps and fun, educational children's classes. more

Special Events

Members get a discount on tickets to all FONZ fundraising events and enjoy special Zoo events just for members.
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Smithonian Zoogoer Magazine

Read articles from current and past issues.

National Zoo Stores

Members enjoy up to a 20-percent discount whether shopping online, at the Zoo, or at our stores at other locations. Browse the store.

Snore & Roar

Spend the night at the Zoo, see nocturnal animals, and enjoy an unforgettable experience. more

FONZ Photo Club

Enjoy special opportunities and monthly gatherings. more

And More

Review all the FONZ membership benefits, including free parking while visiting the Zoo and free admission to many other zoos. more

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