I WANT A HIPPOPOTAMUS FOR CHRISTMAS!!

On Monday, December 1st, native Oklahoman, Gayla Peevey Henderson will sing her famous song “I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas” during a Skype broadcast at 11 a.m. in the Zoo’s Education Center’s auditorium located at the east end of the Zoo’s parking lot. Refreshments will be served along with a selection of “hippo” merchandise that will be available for purchase.

Gayla first sang the song in 1953. It quickly gained popularity on the radio, and a local promoter used the song in order to raise money to purchase the OKC Zoo's first hippo; Matilda, who lived at the zoo for over 50 years.

Merry Christmas!!!