The zoo says the Carruth Natural Encounters building built in 1962 "has provided countless memorable experiences" for guests.
The zoo said next month's closure is due to the building's aging infrastructure no longer meeting the needs of housed animals.
A longtime Houston Zoo exhibit with over 60 years of service will close following spring break, officials announced.
The Houston Zoo is once again mourning the loss of one of its resident orangutans. On Sunday morning, the zoo's 52-year-old ...
One of the Houston Zoo's oldest and most beloved institutions is closing in spring because of its aging infrastructure, ...
The Houston Zoo is home to more than 6,000 animals and it is the second most visited zoo in the U.S. Exhibits range from the African Forest, which features rhinos, zebras and giraffes, to the new ...