Aquariums & Zoos

Making the first move in promoting conservation

Aquarium and zoo stores are often thought of as places to buy a T-shirt or a piece of plush for the children, but rarely as an extension of conservation education or a place that animal... more »

Changing their spots

Jared Bednar had a colorful way to describe the Topeka Zoo’s Leopard Spot gift shop prior to a recent renovation. “One might say plush had vomited all over the gift shop,” said Bednar, the guest... more »

Peer Perspective: Jared Bednar, Topeka Zoo

Jared Bednar Guest Services Manager, Topeka Zoo Topeka, Kansas What’s your background? I have been with FOTZ for two years. Prior to my current position, I spent a year as an intern in the Topeka... more »

ZAG revamping website, looking to expand overseas

The Zoo & Aquarium Buyers Group (ZAG) is incredibly excited about our partnership with Museums & More magazine. ZAG is committed to helping independent gift shop buyers in the zoo and aquarium industry have a voice... more »

Museums & More, Zoo & Aquarium Buyers Group (ZAG) team up for partnership

I am more than excited to use this space to tell you about a new partnership Museums & More in entering with one of the industry’s most influential fraternities — the Zoo & Aquariums Buyers... more »

Maritime on the Mississippi

One couldn’t ask for a much better location of New Orleans than the one where the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas stands. The aquarium is located on the bank of the Mississippi River at the... more »

Manager’s Corner: Bill Lucey

Bill Lucey RainForest Adventures Discovery Zoo Sevierville, Tennessee Now 16 years into the business, Bill Lucey is now among the seasoned veterans of zoo retailers. He is also a well-known and active member of the... more »

Peer Perspective: Brent Walter, Vilas Zoo

Brent Walter Director of Operations, Friends of Henry Vilas Zoo Madison, Wisconsin What is the biggest challenge zoos face today? The biggest challenge facing our retail operation is perceived value of our product. Many parents... more »