Sunset at the Zoo 2023

The Detroit Zoological Society hosted its Sunset at the Zoo 2023 fundraiser on June 23 at the Detroit Zoo in Royal Oak. The theme of this year’s event was “Leap into Conservation.” The gathering highlighted the society’s mission of wildlife conservation both locally and across the planet through the zoo’s supporting of biodiversity through species-specific programs, partnering with communities worldwide to preserve important habitats, speaking up for legislation that protects threatened species, and, ultimately, protecting endangered species from extinction. The fundraiser, which included dozens of food tents and food trucks, along with entertainment and a live and a silent auction, was hosted by event chairs Kelly and Clifford Houseman. // Photographs by Patrick Gloria