Temporary Art Exhibits

A project of: Zoos

Como Park Zoo and Conservatory

Quick Facts

Recipient: 
Como Park Zoo and Conservatory
Source: 
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type: 
Local/Regional Government
Status: 
Completed
Activity Type: 
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected 
Statewide

While Como is a natural setting with living art exhibits, it also houses many works of art as well as being an inspiration to some. Tempory and traveling exhibits include areas in the arts, animal and plant life. These exhibits offer unique educational opportunities that are above the standard zoo visit and can add to class curriculum for the thousands of students Como touches.

Status: 
Completed
Start Date: 
January 2010
End Date: 
April 2011

Project Details by Fiscal Year

Fiscal Year(s): 
2011
Fiscal Year Funding Amount: 
$17,500
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s) 
  • Increased off-peak season attendance by 5%
  • Increased public awareness and appetite for art exhibits at Como
Fiscal Year(s): 
2010
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s) 
  • Increased off-peak season attendance by 5%
  • Increased public awareness and appetite for art exhibits at Como
Related Topics: 
Minnesota Department of Administration, Arts, Arts Access, Education/Outreach, Education/Outreach/Engagement, Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund, Local/Regional Government, Statewide