The zoo says the Carruth Natural Encounters building built in 1962 "has provided countless memorable experiences" for guests.
The zoo said next month's closure is due to the building's aging infrastructure no longer meeting the needs of housed animals.
One of the Houston Zoo's oldest and most beloved institutions is closing in spring because of its aging infrastructure, ...
The Houston Zoo is once again mourning the loss of one of its resident orangutans. On Sunday morning, the zoo's 52-year-old ...
Cheyenne arrived at the Houston Zoo when she was 21 and quickly became a favorite among staff and visitors with her "intelligent and strong-willed" personality.
Parts of Texas are getting hit with snow -- and some of the animals at the Houston Zoo don't seem to mind one bit. In fact, a few appear to be enjoying it. Photos shared with The National News ...
"It looked like a winter wonderland here, we don't ever see that in Houston," said Kevin Hodge, the zoo's vice president for animal programs, from his office equipped with a cot and overnight kit.