DutchCrafters Gazebo Enhances Learning and Community at Sarasota Jungle Gardens
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Jungle Gardens Adds a DutchCrafters Gazebo
At Sarasota Jungle Gardens, every corner of the park invites connection: with animals, with plants, and with the natural world. This beloved Sarasota destination recently added one of our commercial outdoor gazebos to enhance the guest experience and support their mission of encouraging care and respect for the natural world.
A Mission Rooted in Education and Experience
Sarasota Jungle Gardens mission is to educate and inspire our community through interactive experiences with animals and nature supported by unmatched customer service. Their goal is to build advocates of the natural world.
Whether it is school groups learning directly on-site, birthday parties filled with one-of-a-kind animal interactions, or conservation-focused shows, Sarasota Jungle Gardens offers immersive experiences that foster curiosity and compassion. Visitors are given a peek into each animal’s world to gain perspective and empathy in creative, engaging ways.
The Need for a New Gathering Space
Jungle Gardens was on the hunt for a new gazebo for their flamingo feeding area. They lost the previous one they had due to the hurricanes that came through Sarasota in the fall of 2024.
The gazebo aimed to serve multiple purposes, such as a place for guests to gather before animal shows, a shelter for educational programs, and a relaxing retreat within the gardens.
Jungle Gardens was looking for something durable, beautiful, and would feel like a natural extension of the park itself. That’s exactly what our commercial outdoor gazebos by DutchCrafters are designed to offer. They are built to blend seamlessly with outdoor environments and can stand up to heavy use and Florida weather. (For more on how Amish-built gazebos perform in storms, read our blog post on whether a gazebo can withstand a hurricane.)
Why DutchCrafters?
Jungle Gardens turned to DutchCrafters because of a shared alignment in values.
“We work hard to make sure the experience we offer is authentic and intentional,” said Chris Lavick, the chief operating officer of Sarasota Jungle Gardens. “We saw the same commitment to quality and care in DutchCrafters’ products and service.”
The Amish Vinyl Gazebo they selected was built to last by hardworking Amish woodworkers in America. It is designed to stand the test of time while creating a statement within the lush landscape of the gardens.
Enhancing the Visitor Experience
The new gazebo now offers a shaded, peaceful spot for families, school groups, and tour guests. It’s a place to rest between encounters, reflect, or gather for a moment of learning. In a setting filled with wonder, the gazebo adds a spot to stop and absorb a moment in nature.
Built to Support Your Space
At DutchCrafters, we’re proud to see our commercial outdoor gazebos helping organizations like Sarasota Jungle Gardens create meaningful spaces that inspire connection, learning, and community. Take a look at our selection of outdoor structures to see how we can help you enhance your space.
If you want to see more examples of how handcrafted structures like this gazebo are used in parks, schools, and other community spaces, check out our B2B Profiles page.
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