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  • What is the history of the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo?
    • Philanthropist Spencer Penrose built a lodge in the mountains near Colorado Springs to house his growing collection of exotic animals. In 1926, this collection became the genesis of the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo.
  • How large is the zoo, and how many animals does it house?
    • The zoo now houses 750 animals, exhibited by region, across 146 acres of land.
  • What is the mission of Cheyenne Mountain Zoo?
    • The zoo's mission is to connect people to wildlife and engage in animal care, conservation, and captive breeding.
  • What is the Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun?
    • Mr. Penrose built a 100-foot observation tower on the land and dedicated it to American humorist Will Rogers, a contemporary who died in an airplane crash. Visitors may drive up to explore the tower.
  • What is the Run to the Shrine?
    • The Run to the Shrine is a special event held each May, offering visitors a unique way to experience the zoo and its surroundings.

4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Rd. Colorado Springs, CO, Phone: 719-633-9925

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
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