Renaissance Circle
Take your membership to the next level!
The Renaissance Circle is a group of caring individuals and families who enjoy all the benefits of a regular Zoo membership while providing generous philanthropic support to the DZS. As a bonus, you will receive exclusive perks — from private tours to unique experiences — allowing you a deeper connection with the Zoo and the animals who call it home.
Donor Circle
$1,750 to $2,499 annually
- Unlimited daytime admission for two adult members and up to four unnamed guests – or two adult members, up to six named children (18 and under) and up to two unnamed guests
- Recognition at the Renaissance Circle Grotto across from Rackham Fountain
- Invitations to the Renaissance Circle Annual Summer Picnic and the Wild Lights Holiday Reception
- Golf cart tour for 5 people with a docent
- Free access to ride the Tauber Family Railroad, the carousel, the Attraction Trail (Dinosauria summer 2024) and the 4D Theatre
- Advance purchase of “good any day” tickets for Zoo Boo and Wild Lights that allow you to come on any date and time you choose
- Advance registration for Summer Safari Camp and advance ticket sales for select after-hours events
- A 10 percent discount at the Zoofari Market and Arctic Outpost gift shops
- Free parking
Ambassador Circle
$2,500 to $4,999 annually
- All Donor Circle benefits
- Invitation for one adult member and up to four guests to attend a special “insider” event, such as a habitat preview, zookeeper-led walking tour, exhibit opening or ground-breaking
Curator Circle
$5,000 to $9,999 annually
- All Ambassador Circle benefits
- Get up close and personal with your favorite animals with a meet-and-greet tour with a Zoo curator for one adult member and up to four guests
Director Circle
$10,000 to $14,999 annually
- All Curator Circle benefits
- One adult member and up to four guests can enjoy a private tour and breakfast or lunch with the executive director/CEO of the Detroit Zoological Society
Rackham Circle
$15,000 and above annually
- All Director Circle benefits
- One adult member and a guest can be zookeepers for a day! During this special day, Rackham Circle members will help care for the animals who call the Zoo home alongside a member of the life sciences team. Restrictions apply.
