Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens today announced the launch of an all new exhibit, Frozen in Time: An Ice Age Adventure beginning March 1. Visitors will have the chance to get an up-close look at woolly mammoths, saber-toothed tigers, cave bears, and more.
Featuring over 35 full-scale, scientifically-accurate animatronics with realistic movements and sounds, the Zoo is offering a unique opportunity for guests to enjoy an interactive experience with the artic ancestors of modern mammals.
“We’re thrilled to bring the fascinating period of the Ice Age to life with our new exhibit, Frozen in Time: An Ice Age Adventure. Visitors of all ages can step back in time to get up close with some of history’s most incredible and larger-than life creatures, while exploring the wonders of the Ice Age in a way that’s both fun and educational,” said Nikki Smith, Jacksonville Zoo’s Chief Philanthropy and Marketing Officer. “With lifelike animatronics and interactive features, we’re creating an unforgettable adventure that is sure to excite families and animal lovers alike.”
This immersive experience includes digging for fossils, learning about different types of glaciers, and even the chance to have snowball fight in Florida! Frozen in Time: An Ice Age Adventure will run March 1 through August 2, daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Members of the Zoo will be among the first to experience Frozen in Time before it opens to the public, with an exclusive Member Preview event for active members Friday, February 28, 1:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., for those who purchase a valid ticket.
Admission to Frozen in Time is included with Total Experience tickets. À la carte tickets will be available to purchase in-person at the Zoo, costing $4 for members or $6 for non-members. Total Experience tickets are $13 for members and $24.45-$35.45 for non-members. For more information about the Frozen in Time: An Ice Age Adventure exhibit and ticket pricing, visit: https://www.jacksonvillezoo.
About Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
For over 100 years, the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens has aimed to inspire the discovery and appreciation of wildlife through innovative experiences in a caring environment. Starting in 1914 with an animal collection of one red deer fawn, the Zoo now has more than 2,000 rare and exotic animals and 1,000 species of plants, boasting the largest botanical garden in Northeast Florida. The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is a nonprofit organization and a portion of every ticket sold goes to the over 45 conservation initiatives Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens supports around the world, and here in NE Florida. JZG is proud to be an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. For more information, visit jacksonvillezoo.org.
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