Santa Barbara Zoo opens new Conservation Hub

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - Santa Barbara Zoo just opened a new Conservation Hub.

Named Richard Block Conservation Hub in honor of the CEO, the hub is an innovative and interactive space dedicated to conservation education and engagement.

Designed to engage guests of all ages, the Conservation Hub will offer a variety of hands-on activities from making and tinkering to researching and investigating.

This experiential center aims to immerse visitors in the Zoo’s conservation mindset, encouraging everyone to discover how they can contribute to saving our environment. 

The Conservation Hub features a range of interactive activities designed to engage visitors in various aspects of conservation.

From building and creating with sustainable materials to participating in citizen science projects and conducting environmental investigations, guests will have numerous opportunities to explore and learn.

The space also includes areas for collaborative research and problem-solving, encouraging visitors to think critically about conservation issues and develop practical solutions.