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Free! Aquatic Animal Adventures

Dive into aquatic animal habitats along the American Trail exhibit at the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute. In this K-5 program, explore different marine and aquatic mammals, their habitats, and the adaptations that...

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Free! Suited for Survival

From camouflaging foxes?to armored armadillos, learn how unique adaptations help animals survive. This live, interactive virtual program is free and includes live captioning and ASL interpretation.

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Free! Wild Medicine

What happens to a seal that has a toothache? How does an orangutan get a checkup? Join our team of veterinarians and educators for "Wild Medicine" on Wednesday, November 9 at 2 p.m. Eastern to explore how animals go to the doctor, just like us...

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Free! Zoo to You: Small Mammal Sing-Along

This high-energy, playful program will have you singing, dancing, and getting into some real monkey business with the animals of the Small Mammal House! 

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Migration Pitstops

What is migration and why do some birds migrate? Explore a few migration pitstops at the National Zoo's new Bird House to find out. 

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Rainforest Walk

Fly, leap and swim along on an adventure through the Amazon Rainforest?to explore?the sights?and sounds?of?plants and animals?living in this?unique?ecosystem.?

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Remarkable Reptiles (FREE!)

From scales to regrowing tails, reptiles are remarkable! Learn more about these fascinating animals and greet some of the Zoo's remarkable reptiles up close. 

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