The Kansas City Zoo is granting FREE admission to Girl Scouts in uniform as part of Girl Scout Day at the Zoo.
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On Saturday, September 24, scouts in branded apparel can get in for FREE. One parent or guardian accompanying the scout receives $3 off regular-priced admission.
Activity stations will be set up and attendees can learn more about scout programs from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
A limited edition Kansas City Zoo patch will be given to the first 150 Girl Scouts who arrive that day.
This is a rain or shine event so dress accordingly.
Check out our post about the Kansas City Zoo to find more details and ways to save at this popular family attraction in Kansas City.
Fun Facts about Girl Scouts of the USA
Here are a few interesting facts we found on the Girl Scouts official website:
Founder Juliette Gordon Low organized the first Girl Scout troop on March 12, 1912, in Savannah, Georgia.
Famous Girl Scout alums include Taylor Swift, Mariah Carey, Abigail Breslin, Gwyneth Paltrow, Dakota Fanning, Katie Couric, Barbara Walters, Robin Roberts, Serena Williams and Venus Williams.
Girl Scouts sell about 200 million boxes of cookies—nearly $800 million worth—during each cookie season. Thin Mints are the most popular variety.
Kansas City Zoo Parking and Location
The Kansas City Zoo is in Swope Park with easy access from I-435 and 71 highways at 6800 Zoo Drive, Kansas City, MO.
Parking is always FREE at the Kansas City Zoo. There is a drop-off zone located directly in front of the Zoom’s admission area.
The #18 Indiana bus stops at the front entrance of the Zoo seven days a week during normal hours of operation. Find more information about bus schedules on the RideKC.org website.
