# Henry Vilas Zoo Celebrates 50 Years of Accreditation | Madison News

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Published: 2026-09-18T11:52:30+00:00
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Henry Vilas Zoo just earned elite status with the AZA’s Half Century Award—honoring 50 years of unbroken accreditation for top-tier animal care, conservation, and education. This rare honor, earned through rigorous five-year reviews, highlights a half-century of unwavering commitment from staff, volunteers, and the community. In a field constantly evolving, their consistency proves they’re not just keeping up—they’re leading. Only a handful of U.S. zoos have reached this milestone, making Henry Vilas Zoo’s legacy both rare and inspiring. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.wkow.com/news/henry-vilas-zoo-in-madison-earns-rare-50-year-accreditation-milestone/article_1f58f0e8-a8c2-4313-befe-cd20270e65f6.html More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8fb14f2edfa27401 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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