Glacier Run — Louisville Zoo
Glacier Run, a roughly $21 million Arctic-themed exhibit at the Louisville Zoo in Louisville, Kentucky, opened April 26, 2011; designed by PGAV Destinations, housing polar bears, grizzly bears, seals, and sea lions in a "story-rich mining town" setting with overhead bridges letting bears traverse above visitors.
| Venue | Louisville Zoo |
|---|---|
| Project type | New Exhibition |
| Status | Completed |
| Year completed | 2011 |
Credits
| Firm | Role | Note |
|---|---|---|
| PGAV Destinations | Architecture | |
| PGAV Destinations | Exhibit Design |
Description
The exhibit is themed as an imaginary Arctic gold-mining town modeled on Churchill, Manitoba, and pairs immersive habitat design (overhead bridges, underwater viewing) with conservation-focused interpretive messaging. It received the Association of Zoos & Aquariums' Top Honor in Exhibit Design in 2012.