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Evansville’s Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden
Cultivating connections between people and nature that inspire action for our planet happens naturally at Mesker Park Zoo and Botanic Garden. Encounter hundreds of animals representing species from around the globe in Indiana’s first zoo.
Located on 45 scenic acres on Evansville’s northwest side, we think you’ll enjoy being immersed in its natural beauty. From the South American rain forest of Amazonia to the Children’s Enchanted Forest, and the rolling hills surrounding Lake Victoria, connecting people with the natural world is mission accomplished when you visit Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden.
Become a member of Mesker Park Zoo for unlimited visits, exclusive events, and the chance to support wildlife conservation. Don’t miss out – join now!
UPCOMING Mesker Park Zoo EVENTS
DAILY EXPERIENCES:
Giraffe Feedings: 11am – 3pm (weather permitting) $$
Tram Tours: 10am – 4:30pm (weather permitting) $$
Keeper Penguin Presentation: 10am and 3pm
Penguin Feedings: 11am, 12pm, 1pm, and 2pm $$
Wildlife Carousel: 10am – 4pm $$
Budgie Walkabout: 10am -4pm $$
Gift Shop: 9am – 5pm
Rainforest Grill: 9am – 4pm
MESKER PARK ZOO NEWS & STORIES
Twin Baby Binturongs!
Join us in welcoming our newest twins, Pretzel (male) and Poppy (female). They are our newest Binturong babies and were born to our resident mom…
Hellbender Update!
In 2020, Mesker Park Zoo hatched the first naturally bred captive Eastern hellbender in the world! “Solo”, as the keepers call him, is doing well…
What’s in Bloom? The Appalachian Redbud
The Appalachian Redbud is a beautiful selected form of the native eastern redbud. It has brilliant fuchsia-red flowers instead of the lilac-pink flowers of the wild…
What’s in Bloom? Double Take Scarlet Quince
Double Take Scarlet Quince (Chaenomeles speciousa), draws attention to itself in the Asian Valley. Its deep green leaves along with its bright red blooms are…
What’s in Bloom? The Flame Tree
The Flame Tree (Brownea macrophylla) is a show stopper come late winter months of February and March. This small tree (20-25ft tall), native to Venezuela…
