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FORT WAYNE – In honor of Flag Day, the Fort Wayne Zoo will host Military Appreciation Weekend this Saturday, June 13, through Sunday, June 14, offering free admission to all active duty and retired military personnel in honor of their service and sacrifice.
Military personnel can also bring up to three guests with them when they visit this weekend at no additional charge. All visitors to the zoo will be given the opportunity to plant a provided small flag outside of the zoo’s Wild Things Gift Shop in the “Field of Honor” to help commemorate service men and women.
On Sunday, June 14, the zoo will open early at 8:40 a.m. with a Military Appreciation Ceremony at 8:50 a.m. just inside the main entrance. The event will begin with a warm welcome from Zoo Director and CEO Rick Schuiteman, followed by a flag presentation by the National Guard Honor Guard, the Fort Wayne Police Honor Guard and a few local veterans from VFW Post 857, as well as the national anthem performed by Amelia Clark and Molly Resner.
“Showing our appreciation towards the dedicated and brave service members in our community, along with their families, is an honor,” said Rick Schuiteman. “We are truly looking forward to giving everyone a day of connection, celebration, and fun at the Zoo.”
