Smithsonian’s plans for National Zoo include aerial tram, more parking

Published May 20, 2008 4:00am ET



The future National Zoo may be one in which walking the park’s steep terrain is a struggle of the past.

The Smithsonian Institution on Thursday will unveil to the public its preferred alternative master plan for the 119-year old zoo, which features an aerial tram running the length of the 163-acre park, expanded exhibits, new visitor centers and a public plaza on the current site of the Great Ape House.

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