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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.

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Donor Circle

$1,750 to $2,499 annually

  • Unlimited daytime admission for two adult members and up to six 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 and the 4D Theater.
  • 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 Detroit Zoo Shop and Arctic Outpost gift shops
  • Free parking (including special events)
  • Free admission to select special events, including Greenfest, Bunnyville, Wild Summer Nights Concert Series and Sensory Friendly Hours.
  • Reciprocal discounted admission at participating zoos and aquariums nationwide.
  • A print copy of Habitat, the Detroit Zoological Society’s quarterly magazine, and Zmail, the monthly online newsletter.
  • Invitation for 2 adult members to attend the Members’ Annual Meeting.
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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
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Curator Circle

$5,000 to $9,999 annually

  • $5,000 to $9,999 annually
  • 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
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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
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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.
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