Houston Zoo: Trip back in time to June 17, 1962

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Wednesday, June 3, 2020
Glimpse into the Houston Zoo during summer of 1962
ABC13 archive film of the Houston Zoo, on June 17, 1962

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- The more things change, the more they stay the same. Animal exhibits, plus people watching and vintage fashions - this archive footage gives a glimpse into Houston during the summer of 1962.

Children and parents were clearly delighted by the wild cats and exotic creatures. And somehow they all managed to look cool and calm in vintage dresses and fashions from another age.

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