Como Zoo's Mold-A-Rama machines leaving after decades of souvenir making

Como Zoo bids farewell to Mold-A-Rama Magic machines

A piece of childhood nostalgia is going away at the Como Zoo and Conservatory. The zoo sharing on Facebook that the Mold-A-Rama Magic machines will be leaving the zoo in a few weeks. The company that operates the plastic molds has decided to move them to an attraction that has a longer peak season. Before their departure, Photojournalist Greg Kellogg to captured a few final memories of the famed machines.

ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - Como Park Zoo & Conservatory visitors in St. Paul have a limited time to enjoy the nostalgic Mold-A-Rama machines before they relocate to another region.

Mold-A-Rama machines leaving Como Zoo

What we know:

The Mold-A-Rama machines, which first appeared at the zoo in the 1960s, will be moving to a region with a longer peak season and higher attendance, according to a news release from the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory.

The machines will depart the week of Nov. 3.

Photos shared by Como Park Zoo and Conservatory shows souvenirs from a Mold-A-Rama machine. (Supplied)

What they're saying:

A news release from Como Zoo said the following:

"The company that owns and operates the Mold-A-Ramas has decided to relocate them to a region with a longer peak season and higher year-round attendance. While this was not a decision made by Como, we completely understand the company’s business choice and remain deeply thankful for the nostalgia and joy these machines have provided to our visitors for so many years."

Como Friends President Katie Hill said she and her team are "grateful for the joy these machines have brought to our visitors," adding that they "have been a beloved part of the Como experience, and we know how special they've been for families who grew up with them."