Zoo Atlanta has been around for a long time, and like many aging attractions, it's overdue for a major overhaul. Launched back in November 2014, the "Grand New Vision" campaign is aimed at breathing new life into the 125-year-old venue in Grant Park. Designed by the Epsten Group, the renovation will enhance the visitor experience, provide a new events space and improve the animal habitats.
Under the new plans, the existing administrative facility that stands as a major obstruction between the parking lots and the main entry to the zoo will be removed, opening up a large plaza in front of the zoo's gates and the old Cyclorama building. With the painting and artifacts moved from the classical structure, it will be converted into a unique events facility offering views of the animals. Inside the zoo grounds, the African Savanna exhibit will be overhauled to provide more space for the animals to mingle.
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With recent large donations, the zoo is now just $4.3 million shy of their $38.1 million target to kick off the renovations early next year. If all goes according to plan, the project should be complete in early 2019.
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