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This 2016 photograph captures an ordinary family outing to the Bronx Zoo—a visit that shaped how millions of Americans experienced nature and leisure. For over a century, zoos were affordable, accessible destinations where families could spend an afternoon with animals they'd never see otherwise.
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You push through the turnstile with your kids, the smell of popcorn and hay in the air. Ahead, a crowd gathers at the big cat exhibit, children pressing against the glass. Your son tugs your sleeve—Did you see that? The lion just moved.
Reflect
When did you last spend a whole afternoon watching animals or being outdoors with people you care about?