Norristown in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Donald Kimmel
1933 - 2018
— For his timeless support to bringing positive change and happiness to the zoo and his community —
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), November 19, 2022
1. Donald Kimmel Marker
Inscription.
Donald Kimmel, along with his wife Gloria, was an integral part of Elmwood Park Zoo's path of success and prosperity. As the zoo's President of the Board of Directors, Mr. Kimmel coordinated a new master plan for the zoo, overseeing the opening of the zoo's North Entrance and several exhibits, including Olivia's Eagle Canyon and William's Prairie Dog Town. In 2000, Mr. Kimmel oversaw the construction of the Thomas Kimmel Conservation Playground, its subsequent renovations in 2017, and the construction of the Thomas Kimmel Percussion Playground in 2018. In addition to his years of service to the zoo, Mr. Kimmel volunteered on a multitude of boards for various non-profit and community-based organizations, including his support of the Boy Scouts of America and the creation of a student fund. This plaque stands in commemoration and gratitude for Mr. Kimmel and his lasting legacy for which the zoo is eternally grateful.
Donald Kimmel, along with his wife Gloria, was an integral part of Elmwood Park Zoo's path of success and prosperity. As the zoo's President of the Board of Directors, Mr. Kimmel coordinated a new master plan for the zoo, overseeing the opening of the zoo's North Entrance and several exhibits, including Olivia's Eagle Canyon and William's Prairie Dog Town. In 2000, Mr. Kimmel oversaw the construction of the Thomas Kimmel Conservation Playground, its subsequent renovations in 2017, and the construction of the Thomas Kimmel Percussion Playground in 2018. In addition to his years of service to the zoo, Mr. Kimmel volunteered on a multitude of boards for various non-profit and community-based organizations, including his support of the Boy Scouts of America and the creation of a student fund. This plaque stands in commemoration and gratitude for Mr. Kimmel and his lasting legacy for which the zoo is eternally grateful.
Location. 40° 8.002′ N, 75° 20.298′ W. Marker is in Norristown, Pennsylvania, in Montgomery County. Marker can be reached
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from the intersection of Harding Boulevard and Chain Street, on the right when traveling south. The marker stands on the grounds of Elmwood Park Zoo. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1661 Harding Blvd, Norristown PA 19401, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. North American River Otter (within shouting distance of this marker); American Alligator (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named American Alligator (within shouting distance of this marker); Barred Owl (within shouting distance of this marker); Dr. Charles M. Daub, Sr. (within shouting distance of this marker); Giraffe (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Bald Eagle (about 300 feet away); Peregrine Falcon (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Norristown.
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), November 19, 2022
2. Donald Kimmel Marker
The marker stands behind the reindeer statue.
Credits. This page was last revised on November 22, 2022. It was originally submitted on November 22, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 83 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on November 22, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
