Symbolic Adoptions
Show your love and support for Lincoln Children's Zoo and your favorite animal friends through the Zoo's Symbolic Adoption program. Funds from the Symbolic Adoption program go directly towards the care and well-being of the animals. Whether this symbolic adoption is a gift to yourself or an animal lover in your life, you’ll be helping to support your Lincoln Children's Zoo.
Limited Edition Chile the Penguin Adoptions
Adopt the newest addition to the Humboldt penguin colony!
Chile hatched on January 13th, 2025 to parents Sharkbait and John Henry.
Chile the Penguin Symbolic Adoption Package • $80
Includes one penguin plush and physical copies of a certificate of adoption, photo, fact card, and sticker.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does my Symbolic Adoption include?
This depends on which adoption package you purchase. The Adoption Package includes one plush and physical copies of a certificate of adoption, photo, fact card and adoption sticker.
How to I get my adoption package?
Symbolic adoption packages can be shipped to you or can be picked up at the Zoo.
How long will it take before I receive my adoption order?
Please allow 3 business days for us to process your order for pick up or shipping. Once your order has shipped, you will receive an email with tracking information.
For additional questions, email development@lincolnzoo.org
