Zoo Spreads Holiday Cheer into the New Year with the Return of Free Fridays
January 4, 2013
Richland and Lexington County Residents to Receive Free Admission
COLUMBIA, SC – January 4, 2013 – The start of a new year means the return of Free Fridays at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.
Beginning January 4, the Zoo will offer complimentary admission to residents ofRichland and Lexington counties every Friday during the months ofJanuary and February.
“The Zoo’s successwould not be possible without the continued support provided by theresidents of Richland and Lexington counties,” said Satch Krantz,president and CEO of Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. “This is just a smalltoken of our immense appreciation.”
Riverbanks is a special purpose district that supplements its operating budget with property taxes collected in Richland and Lexington counties. To qualify for free admission, Richland and Lexington county residents will be asked to show proof of residency with a valid ID or a copy of their property tax statement. All other visitors will be charged regular admission.
Riverbanks’winter hours are 9am-5pm daily. There is no limit to the number ofFridays Richland and Lexington county residents can visit during thepromotion—they can come one Friday or all eight.
January and February are a great time to visit the Zoo because many of the animals are more active during the cooler wintermonths. If the weather is chilly, guests can enjoy the Zoo’s indooranimal exhibits including the Birdhouse at Riverbanks, Aquarium–Reptile Complex, Gorilla Base Camp and Koala Knockabout.
Fornearly 40 years, Riverbanks Zoo & Garden has connected individuals,families and groups with the world’s wildlife and wild places. It is the mission of Riverbanks Zoo and Garden to foster appreciation and concern for all living things. Riverbanks islocated at 500 Wildlife Parkway, Columbia, SC 29210. The BotanicalGarden entrance is located at 1300 Botanical Parkway, West Columbia, SC29169. The park is open daily from 9am to 5pm, except for Thanksgivingand Christmas day. Admission is $11.75 for adults, $9.25 for childrenages 3 – 12 and free for children 2 and under. Group rates and otherdiscounts may apply. Year-round membership packages are also available.For more information, call Riverbanks at 803.779.8717, visit www.riverbanks.org or www.facebook.com/riverbankszoo.
