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Sloth Encounter + Painting

The Ultimate Sloth Experience!

Daily 12:15 pm, except Tuesdays
Members: $112.50
Non-Members: $125 per person
Includes General Admission
Ages 3+

The National Aviary’s Most Popular Animal Encounter: Experience all of the fun from our traditional Sloth Encounter AND take home a special keepsake from our resident artist: Linnaeus’s Two-toed Sloth, Valentino! 

  • Watch as Valentino uses his natural abilities to grasp and move objects to paint you a one-of-a-kind masterpiece using animal-safe paint! 
    • YOU get to pick your own color palette and take home the personalized painting.
  • Hand-feed Valentino a few of his favorite treats and feel his soft fur while an Aviary expert shares some of Valentino’s personal stories and discover the importance of rainforest conservation for sloths and birds alike!
  • Guests are encouraged to take photos or videos and to ask questions.

Book Sloth Encounter + Painting!

Sloth Encounter + Painting

Questions? Email [email protected] or call 412-258-9445.

Additional Information

  • This one-of-a-kind experience is designed for those ages 3 and up. Children 15 and under must be accompanied by a paying adult over 18 years of age.
  • Book before you visit to guarantee your experience. Same-day registration is based on limited program availability and cannot be guaranteed.  
  • At the National Aviary, we give our animals the choice to participate in interactive experiences with caring guests, like you! If our Animal Ambassador needs a day of rest, we will contact you to reschedule your Encounter, as the comfort and safety of our animals and our guests is always our top priority. Thank you for understanding!

Proceeds from Animal Encounters support the National Aviary’s work to save birds and protect their habitats.

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