Based in Springfield, Mo., the Wonders of Wildlife museum has announced its renovation and expansion will begin Dec. 3. When work is complete, the facility will measure 150,000 square feet. New features at the museum will include a reflecting pool, atrium and wildlife galleries. Event spaces include the Community Pond and Out-to-sea Gallery; guests can see an American bald eagle, beavers, river otters, bobcats, sharks and moray eels.

For more information, call 417/225-1008 or visit www.wondersofwildlife.org.