Scovill Zoo Pennies
Examples of flattened pennies from Decatur's Scovill Zoo
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Gorilla at Scovill
Another beautiful piece of art has been added to the many, many attractions in Decatur Illinois. (photo: Herald & Review) View it at Scovill Zoo. More info -- Story: http://www.nowdecatur.com/2018/04/06/howard-g-buffett-foundation-donates-statue-to-scovill-zoo/ Video: http://www.nowdecatur.com/2018/04/06/150000-sculpture-donated-to-scovill-zoo-by-howard-g-buffett-foundation-video/
Trains of Decatur 1
Some photos - past and present - of trains in and around Decatur. Gallery 1: (Midwest Inland Port)
Scovill Zoo Penguins
The new season for Scovill Zoo began yesterday (April 5), with the opening of the zoo for 2014. There's an amazing new attraction this year.... an incredible new exhibit full of PENGUINS! Yes, penguins in Central Illinois. original artist's drawing of the exhibit before the start of construction exhibit under construction Summer 2013 exhibit under construction Summer 2013 exhibit under construction Summer 2013 ribbon cutting ceremony March 2014
Decatur Link of the Week
The website we're featuring as this week's "Decatur Link of the Week" is the DECATUR PARK DISTRICT (DPD). http://www.decatur-parks.org/ The DPD operates: over 2,000 acres of park land an indoor sports center the Decatur Airport three golf courses (Hickory Point Golf Course, Red Tail Run, Scovill Golf Course) a miniature golf course softball, soccer and tennis complexes bike trails numerous athletic fields a community aquatic center an AZA-accredited zoo an equestrian center a banquet, food & beverage business In addition, the DPD is heavily involved in the promotion of the arts, sponsoring the Decatur Park Singers, the Greater Decatur Chorale and many dance/drama activities. Fun (and amazing) fact: The Decatur Park District’s 2,000+ acres of park space are nearly double the national standard for a community of Decatur’s size. The staff and directors of the DPD do a fantastic job at keeping all their parks and facilities maintain...
Afternoon at Scovill Zoo
Penguin Exhibit Being Built Another Shot of the Penguin Exhibit Under Construction