Celebrate Elephants Mikki and Punch!

Louisville Zoo Seeks Photos and Memories for Upcoming Celebration

Rescheduled to April 19th and 20th due to weather.

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (March 24, 2025) – The Louisville Zoo is calling on the community to share their cherished memories of beloved elephants, Mikki and Punch, as it gears up for a special two-day celebration honoring the iconic duo on April 5 and 6.

These all-day events will include special keeper talks and interactive activities to celebrate the elephants’ time at the Zoo. Later this spring, the Zoo will bid them farewell as they prepare to embark on their next adventure at The Elephant Sanctuary in Hohenwald, TN.

The Zoo needs the community’s help to create an unforgettable tribute to Mikki and Punch. Zoo fans are asked to submit their favorite photos and memories of Mikki and Punch throughout their years at the Zoo. Punch arrived in 1973, and Mikki arrived in 1987. Those with memories to share can submit them in the following ways:

• Post on the Zoo’s social media platforms in comments or send a direct message.
• Submit on our website at louisvillezoo.org/memories.
• Drop off your photos or mail us:

Louisville Zoo
ATTN: Marketing
1100 Trevilian Way
Louisville, KY 40213

Please note that images will not be returned if dropped off or sent via U.S. mail.

For more information about Mikki, Punch and the celebration, visit louisvillezoo.org/elephantjourney.

Zoo Hours

The Zoo is open daily year-round. Now through September 21, 2025, Zoo hours will be 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (enjoy until 6 p.m.). The Zoo is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Visit louisvillezoo.org for more information.

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The Louisville Zoo, the State Zoo of Kentucky, is the top, non-profit, paid attraction in the state. The Zoo is dedicated to bettering the bond between people and our planet by providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for visitors, and leadership in scientific research and conservation education. The Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and is a member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA), a global alliance of zoos and aquariums.

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