11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Visit the zoo to celebrate the life and work of Dr. King for racial equality and nonviolent social change. The Akron Zoo will be opening a temporary exhibit, Celebrating Black History in Perkins Woods. The exhibit shares little-known Black history that took place in the area that surrounds and includes the Akron Zoo. 

Admission to the zoo is free for all guests. Visits to the exhibit are included with admission.