Thomas D. Mangelsen “A Life in the Wild Tour” Opening Reception
This extraordinary event includes an inspiring presentation by the artist himself, up-close animal encounters, hors d’oeuvres, beverages and an exclusive visit to the Zoo’s Wild Side Gallery to view his breathtaking exhibition – A Life in the Wild.
The exhibition will run from January 29 through May 31, 2026, in the Zoo’s Wild Side Gallery and features forty of Mangelsen’s most iconic wildlife images – personally selected “legacy photographs” that span a remarkable career of more than four decades.
4:45 p.m. | Gates open at the Nina Mason Pulliam Children’s Trail Entrance
5:30 p.m. | Thomas D. Mangelsen presentation at Doornbos Discovery Amphitheater
6:30 – 8:30 p.m. | Reception in the Wild Side Gallery featuring hors d’oeuvres and beverages
Guests may purchase prints throughout the night as well as books, posters and notecards in the gift shop.
Event Links
Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/3472364-0
Website: https://go.evvnt.com/3472364-2
