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      Adults (ages 13+): $11.00
      Children (age 3-12): $10.00
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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.

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UPCOMING Mesker Park Zoo EVENTS

DAILY EXPERIENCES:

Giraffe Feedings: 11am – 3pm
(Weather Permitting, 4 Tokens)

Tram Tours: 10am – 4:30pm
(Weather Permitting, 2 Tokens)

Keeper Penguin Presentation: 10am and 3pm

Penguin Feedings: 11am, 12pm, 1pm, and 2pm (5 Tokens)

Wildlife Carousel: 10am – 4pm (2 Tokens)

Paddle Boats: 10am – 4pm
(Weather Permitting, 3 Tokens Per Rider)

Budgie Walkabout Feedings: 10am – 4pm (2 Tokens)

Gift Shop:  9am – 5pm

Rainforest Grill: 10am – 4pm

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MESKER PARK ZOO NEWS & STORIES

Luna, our tiger sticking her tongue out on the bridge which conjoins the two tiger habitats.

Our Sumatran Tiger, Luna!

By: Shannon Irmscher, Animal Curator There’s a new sub-species of tiger at Mesker Park Zoo! You may remember our Amur tiger Nuri went to the…

Read More Our Sumatran Tiger, Luna!

Bandu at the Denver Zoo before coming to Evansville

The Return of the Rhinoceros to MPZ

By: Leigh Ramon, Animal Curator The first Greater One-Horned Rhinoceros (GOH) came to Mesker Park Zoo (MPZ) in 2001. We then housed GOH until 2023…

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Orchid Escape!

Written By: Misty Minar, Botanical Curator With the opening of Amazonia in 2008, Mesker Park Zoo & Botanical Garden added a warm, tropical rain forest…

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Mesker Welcomes Endangered Toads

Zoos Saving Species: Puerto Rican Crested Toad Written By: Shannon Irmscher, Animal Curator The Puerto Rican crested toad (PRCT) was once plentiful on Puerto Rico…

Read More Mesker Welcomes Endangered Toads

DAY 7

Successful Three-Banded Armadillo Birth

In December, we celebrated with you all the first-ever birth of a Three-banded armadillo in Mesker’s history. Mother, Pallina, and her “pup” are currently cherishing…

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Happy Pollinator Week!🐝🌼🦋🌷

Indiana is home to 430 species of bees, 144 species of butterflies, more than 2,000 species of moths, and many species of flower-visiting flies, wasps, ants, and beetles. But the use of harmful pesticides and the popularity of monocultural practices have driven over 1/5 of North American Pollinators close to extinction.

Pollinators are essential for producing a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds that form the base of many of our diets.  Around 30% of global food crops depend on animal pollinators like bees, butterflies, and birds to reproduce. This translates to about one out of every three bites of food we eat, according to the USDA.

How Can You Help Pollinators?
Monoculture, defined as the practice of cultivating a single plant species within a specified area over an extended duration,  is one of the biggest threats to pollinators. Pollinator species are currently facing challenges in locating food, water, and shelter as a consequence of the extensive areas of non-native vegetation and chemically-treated lawns. With simple practices such as growing a native plant garden,  leaving the leaves until late spring, and reducing pesticide usage, you create a safe haven where pollinators can thrive.

At Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden, we support our local pollinators with multiple native plant gardens, practicing pollinator-friendly gardening, and being almost 100% pesticide-free.🐝

#WeAraAZA #Zoo #Leavetheleaves #pollinatorweek #plantnativeplants
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#zoolife #familyfunday❤️
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Your summer adventure awaits you at Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden. Find your WILD, right here in Evansville Indiana and explore the wildest residents like our One-horned Rhino, Sumatran Tiger, Reticulated Giraffes and much much more! 

Round out your visit with a paddle boat ride or an animal feeding 🥬. (attractions are weather permitting)
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📸 Smiles, laughs, and wild adventures🐍
Zoo Camp is in full swing, and it’s been a roaring good time! 🐾🐒

From animal encounters to hands-on activities and new friendships, your child’s best summer memories are waiting to be made. 🦓🎨🦋

🎒 A few spots are still open - don’t miss your chance to give your kiddo the ultimate camp experience at the Zoo!

👉 Register now before they’re gone: LINK IN BIO
#ZooCamp #SummerAtTheZoo #WildSummerFun #MeskerParkZoo #weareAZA
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The amazing mural that was donated to us by Nathan Adler has it’s forever home in our Discovery Center! 

This adds another place in the zoo for a photo opportunity, while celebrating local artist! We plan to add animal enrichment signage and 3D elements around the painting in the near future.
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Check out the newest item in our Gift Shop! Our amazingly talented Marketing Coordinator, Haley hand-drew this design for these 32oz Nalgene water bottles. 

*limited quantity available* $24 and members save a percentage off of their purchase with their membership card. 

Proceeds benefit the Evansville Zoological Society 501 (c)3, Zoo Brew event!
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🐾 Happy Father’s Day from the Wildest Dads Around! 

From Sichuan takin to super cool human dads, today we’re celebrating all the fathers who protect, provide, play, and pounce on any opportunity to show their love. 

Whether you're wrangling wild kiddos at home or visiting your favorite furry ones at the Zoo, thank you for everything you do! 💚 #meskerparkzoo #weareaza #FathersDay2025
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Luna says HAPPY SUNDAY! Who’s ready for the rain to stop ✋?!

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This week's #SpeciesSpotlight is a little different. We asked Keeper Rachel and Hannah to put together profiles for you to meet our Colobus Troop. Swipe through to learn each of our Colobus monkey's favorites, least favorites, and how you can help identify them on your next visit! 

📌Our Colobus Monkey troop is located in the Children's Enchanted Forest 

🛑REMINDER - The Zoo closes at 1 PM TODAY (June 14th) to prepare for Zoo Brew!
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Zoo Brew is completely sold out!🐾🍻
Who's ready for an evening full of tasty brews and wild excursions?
Zoo Brew is happening tomorrow, June 14, from 4:00 pm to 8:30 pm!

#weareaza #zoo #zoobrew
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Open 365 Days a Year!
Hours: 9am - 4pm

SUMMER rates

Adults (Ages 13+): $11.00
Children (age 3-12): $10.00
Children 2 and Under: Free

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1545 Mesker Park Drive
Evansville, Indiana 47720

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