National Zoo Closed Due To Shutdown, Frustrating Tourists: 'Stupid Government!'

National Zoo Closed Due To Shutdown, Frustrating Tourists: 'Stupid Government!'

Posted: 10/01/2013 1:51 pm EDT  |  Updated: 10/01/2013 2:33 pm EDT

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WASHINGTON -- The National Zoo usually gets up and running around 10 a.m., as visitors roll in to see the elephants, cheetahs and, of course, the beloved pandas. On Tuesday, however, the gates never opened and visitors instead saw a sign that read: "All Smithsonian museums and the National Zoo are closed today due to the government shutdown."

"Stupid government!" said Ajay Amasiu, when informed that the zoo was closed. He was wearing a panda T-shirt and specifically wanted to see the furry animals before heading home to Virginia.

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National Zoo is the Smithsonian's National Zoo.