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Community Voices

CV - Lynn Saputo & The Henson Robinson Zoo

NPR Illinois | 91.9 UIS | By Beatrice Bonner

Published March 1, 2021 at 12:40 PM CST

Orignally aired January 21, 2021.

Lynn Saputo is Director of Recreation & Marketing and Interim Zoo Director for the Springfield Park District. Lynn came on as Interim Director of the zoo in February 2020. The Henson Robinson Zoo has over 80 different species of native and exotic animals. They plan to open to the public in March along with some new experiences for guests. Lynn talks about this and more with Community Voices' Bea Bonner.

Click here to learn more about The Henson Robinson Zoo