Brookfield Zoo in Chicago offers free admission opportunities for EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer) cardholders through the Museums for All program. This program aims to provide low-income families with access to cultural institutions, including zoos, at a reduced or free cost.
Free Admission Opportunities
Museums for All Program
Brookfield Zoo participates in the Museums for All program, which allows EBT cardholders to gain free or reduced admission to the zoo. To qualify, visitors must present their EBT card and a photo ID at the zoo’s admission booth.
How to Use Your EBT Card for Free Admission
- Present Your EBT Card and Photo ID: Show your valid EBT card and a current photo ID at the Brookfield Zoo admission booth.
- Check Eligibility: Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for the Museums for All program, which includes having an active EBT card for food assistance (SNAP benefits).
Benefits and Programs
Unlimited Admission
Brookfield Zoo offers unlimited admission for one year with certain membership levels, including the Unlimited and Plus memberships.
Discounted Parking
Members can enjoy discounted parking at the North Gate entrance, with some membership levels offering free parking at both the North and South Gates.
Attraction Discounts
Members receive discounts on select attractions inside the zoo.
Additional Information
Membership FAQs
For detailed information on membership benefits, renewal, and usage, visit the Brookfield Zoo’s Membership FAQs page.
Phone Support
Contact the Membership Department at (708) 688-8341 for assistance with membership-related queries.
References
Brookfield Zoo. (n.d.). Tickets: Plan Your Visit to Brookfield Zoo Chicago. Retrieved from https://www.brookfieldzoo.org/OnlineTicketing
Brookfield Zoo. (n.d.). Membership at Brookfield Zoo Chicago. Retrieved from https://www.brookfieldzoo.org/membership
Museums for All. (n.d.). Visit a Museum through Museums for All. Retrieved from https://museums4all.org
Brookfield Zoo. (n.d.). Membership FAQs – Brookfield Zoo. Retrieved from https://www.brookfieldzoo.org/MembershipFAQ
YouTube. (2024, January 23). FREE Zoo Admission with your EBT Card for 2024. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SezGHS7WNPU.