Zoo Exhibit Development Project Checklist Template

Ensure your zoo's next exhibit is a roaring success! This Zoo Exhibit Development Project Checklist Template covers everything from concept to grand opening, keeping you on track and budget. Perfect for animal habitats, visitor experiences, and unforgettable wildlife encounters. Download now and build a wild adventure!

This Template was installed 0 times.

Conceptual Design & Planning

1 of 10

Initial concept, feasibility studies, budget approvals, permits and regulations.

Project Concept Summary

Estimated Initial Budget

Target Project Start Date

Project Priority Level

Proposed Exhibit Location (GPS Coordinates)

Key Stakeholders Involved

Preliminary Concept Sketches

Detailed Design & Engineering

2 of 10

Architectural blueprints, structural engineering, life support systems design, habitat layout.

Exhibit Dimensions (Length)

Exhibit Dimensions (Width)

Exhibit Height (Maximum)

Life Support System Type

Habitat Climate Controls

Completion Date for Design Review

Preliminary Architectural Drawings

Procurement & Fabrication

3 of 10

Sourcing materials, vendor selection, exhibit fabrication, custom construction.

Quantity of Exhibit Glass Panels

Glass Panel Supplier

Fabrication Drawings

Amount of Rockwork Material (Cubic Meters)

Rockwork Supplier

Estimated Fabrication Start Date

Quantity of Artificial Plants (Units)

Specific Fabrication Notes/Instructions

Construction & Installation

4 of 10

Site preparation, foundation work, habitat construction, life support system installation.

Foundation Pour Date

Concrete Volume (Cubic Yards)

Location of Primary Habitat Construction

Scheduled Delivery Time for Steel Beams

Notes on Site Conditions During Construction

Number of Workers on Site (Daily Average)

Construction Method Used (e.g., Modular, Traditional)

Photographic Documentation of Construction Progress

Animal Acquisition & Relocation

5 of 10

Species selection, permits, quarantine procedures, animal transportation.

Number of Animals Acquired

Acquisition Method (Purchase, Trade, Donation)

Species Acquired (Select all that apply)

Arrival Date

Arrival Time

Quarantine Notes

Pre-Arrival Health Records

Origin Location

Habitat Enrichment & Landscaping

6 of 10

Plant selection, rockwork, water features, immersive environment creation.

Total Area for Planting (sq ft)

Plant Types Selected (e.g., trees, shrubs, grasses)

Plant Selection Proposal (PDF)

Quantity of Large Rocks (estimate)

Detailed Description of Rockwork Design

Water Feature Type (if applicable)

Estimated Soil Volume (cubic yards)

Safety & Security Systems

7 of 10

Barrier design, surveillance systems, emergency protocols, animal-safe infrastructure.

Barrier Height (meters)

Fence Post Spacing (meters)

Security Camera Type

Security Features

Last Security System Inspection Date

Location of Emergency Shut-Off Switch

Detailed Security Protocol Documentation

Interpretive Signage & Education

8 of 10

Exhibit narratives, interactive displays, educational resources for visitors.

Exhibit Title

Exhibit Narrative (Detailed Description)

Target Audience Age Range

Educational Themes Covered

Image/Illustration Files

Signage Language Accessibility

Final Inspection & Commissioning

9 of 10

Regulatory compliance, system testing, staff training, exhibit readiness.

Inspection Date

Inspection Start Time

Water Quality - pH Level

Temperature (Celsius)

HVAC System Functionality

Safety Features Verified?

Inspector Signature

Overall Inspection Notes

Grand Opening & Post-Launch Monitoring

10 of 10

Public relations, visitor feedback collection, ongoing maintenance, system optimization.

Grand Opening Date

Estimated Attendance (First Week)

Marketing Channels Utilized

Visitor Feedback Summary (First Month)

Number of Positive Reviews (Online)

Number of Negative Reviews (Online)

Summary of Maintenance Issues (First Month)

Date of Next System Performance Review

We can do it Together

Need help with Checklists?

Have a question? We're here to help. Please submit your inquiry, and we'll respond promptly.

Email Address
How can we help?