One Month Until Opening Day!

 

After years of planning, construction, and a lot of hard work, the Tulsa Zoo is very excited to show off the new exhibit, Helmerich Sea Lion Cove. The exhibit opens to the public exactly one month from today, on March 17th 2012.

In honor of this exciting occasion, here's a look back at where we started. The exhibit has come a long way from the minimalist pool that housed the sea lions originally.

So check out our photos of the process, to SEA how this exhibit came to be. Check back often for more updates, photos, and videos of all thing Sea Lion!

 

 

  • The Early Days
    The Early Days
  • Dorsey and Briney in the old exhibit
    Dorsey and Briney in the old exhibit
  • Revealing of Helmerich Sea Lion Cove Plans
    Revealing of Helmerich Sea Lion Cove Plans
  • Skateboarding in the Old Pool
    Skateboarding in the Old Pool
  • Skateboarder in Old Pool
    Skateboarder in Old Pool
  • Demolition Begins!
    Demolition Begins!
  • Ground Breaking
    Ground Breaking
  • Demo of Old Platform
    Demo of Old Platform
  • Make room for a new exhibit!
    Make room for a new exhibit!
  • Under Construction
    Under Construction