Animal Art Safari

Paws, claws, toes and tails have been put to canvas by the animals of the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo to create a one-of-a-kind artwork collection that will be on display and offered at auction on Saturday, Oct. 27, from 5 to 8 p.m. The non-profit zoo, located at 1204 Gulf Shores Parkway in Gulf Shores, will open its gates after hours for an Animal Art Safari where guests can purchase original pieces of art created by some of the zoo’s wildest bunch of “artists-in-residence.” It’s a unique and delightful opportunity to get up-close and personal with the zoo’s animal ambassadors, feast on gourmet treats — and for all art and animal lovers, participate in a worthy cause. All proceeds from the auction will go toward the Build Your Zoo charitable fund which assists in the on-going construction of the new Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, located off County Road 6 in Gulf Shores. The silent auction will be held from 5 to 6:45 pm, followed by a live auction of a few select pieces at 7 p.m. Musical entertainment is provided by Roman Street Band and Dr Rock; gourmet picnic-style food is by COASTAL Catering; craft beers will be served by Fairhope Brewery, plus a selection of specialty wines by M&J Wines. Tickets are $50/person in advance or $75 at the door. Please visit https://www.alabamagulfcoastzoo.com/art for more information and to purchase tickets.