Oct 12, 1991 | Abstract
1991 Abstract: This paper discusses twelve major trends strongly influencing zoo design and operation and clearly suggesting directions for zoological gardens in the future. This paper was intended to be the closing chapter under Part Three, “Exhibitry” in...
Oct 12, 1991 | Abstract
1991 Abstract: Whether designing exhibits for zoos, aquariums, botanic gardens or museums, integration of displays with their surrounding physical, functional and social contexts will enhance their value and effectiveness, perhaps in surprising ways. This paper shows...
Oct 12, 1989 | Abstract
1989 Abstract: Great ape exhibit evolution appears to closely follow the development of public attitudes and scientific research about these creatures. Ecological and behavioral information gained in the last twenty years has resulted in a new generation of gorilla...
Oct 12, 1988 | Abstract
1988 Abstract: First grade children’s drawings of new landscape immersion exhibits at Seattle’s Woodland park Zoo were collected over a three year period. During the final year some children were also asked to draw an old exhibit as well. While these...
Oct 12, 1987 | Abstract
1987 Abstract: This paper discusses the importance of implicit as well as explicit communications zoos transmit to their visitors and suggest “homocentricity” is an inappropriate yet central message of all zoos and aquariums today. The author suggests...
Oct 12, 1987 | Abstract
1987 Abstract: Great apes, among the world’s most severely threatened species and our closest biological relatives, are being featured in new zoo exhibits of unprecedented size, complexity, cost and number throughout the country. Historically, Great Ape exhibits...
