Riverbanks Zoo offers free admission in January and February on Fridays for Jan. and Feb. (Columbia: taxes)

[phoenixmike11]

Riverbanks Zoo offers free admission in January and February - wistv.com - Columbia, South Carolina |

free admission to riverbanks zoo for residents of Richland and Lexington counties with proof of residency on Fridays in months of January and February.

[KJH89]

I'm just curious as to why Richland and Lexington County residents get free admission.

[Charlestondata]

Originally Posted by KJH89

I'm just curious as to why Richland and Lexington County residents get free admission.

Because from the day the zoo was conceptualized through the present day, it is funded largely by Richland and Lexington county taxpayers. It is the premier shining example of what can happen when the two counties cooperate and the local populace agrees to foot a large bill through taxes. It's a way for the zoo to show its appreciation.

[KJH89]

Originally Posted by Columbiadata

Because from the day the zoo was conceptualized through the present day, it is funded largely by Richland and Lexington county taxpayers. It is the premier shining example of what can happen when the two counties cooperate and the local populace agrees to foot a large bill through taxes. It's a way for the zoo to show its appreciation.

That's great. Thanks.

[chad1140]

Good info to know.