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Evansville, Indiana City Zoo

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

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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) $$

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

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Zoo Brew: Leroy’s Penguin Excursion
Zoo Brew: Leroy’s Budgie Excursion
Zoo Brew: Giraffe Excursion
Zoo Brew: Spirit Trail Excursion

MESKER PARK ZOO NEWS & STORIES

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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…

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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…

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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 Thursday!🦓
Did you know that the Grant's Zebra is the smallest of 3 species?🔎

#WeAreAZA #zoo #meskerparkzoo #zebra
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YOU ASKED - WE DELIVERED 🐆 

You can now purchase these hand drawn stickers of Beliza and her favorite things (including a miniature keeper Jackie) in the zoo gift shop. They are $5.00 and a portion of the funds will support Jaguar Enrichment❤️. Pick just one or both 😎

Thank you to our very own Marketing Coordinator for hand drawing our viral toy of Beliza and adapting it into stickers you can take home! These stickers are waterproof and waiting for you - LIMITED STOCK!
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This Saturday is our Chalk Art for Endangered Species Day!🎨🐾
Explore the Zoo while artists of all ages are spread throughout the zoo, transforming our pathways into artwork that spreads awareness about endangered species!

Chalk Art for Endangered Species is on Saturday, May 17th, from 10am to 3pm. This event is FREE to active zoo members and included with admission. 

#WeAreAZA #meskerparkzoo #zoo #endangeredspecies
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Did you know a giraffe’s spots are as unique as our fingerprints?🦒 That’s how we tell our two giraffes, Clementine and Kijana apart!

Can you spot the difference? Leave your guess in the comments below!👇
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Amala is our #mondaymood 😴

#WeAreAZA #Zoo #meskerparkzoo
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🌸 Happy Mother's Day from Mesker Park Zoo! 🌸

Today, we’re celebrating ALL the amazing moms — human and animal alike! 🐾💕

Give a shoutout to a mom who inspires you in the comments below! 💬👇
#MothersDay #ZooMoms #MeskerParkZoo #WeAreAZA
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Happy World Binturong Day! 🎉 
If you're not familiar with the Binturong, you may be thinking - what is that?!🤔

The Binturong, also known as the Bearcat, is a strange but charming species related to civets and genets that reside in the forests of Southern Asia. This species is known for its distinct popcorn-like smell, which comes from its perianal glands due to the chemical compound 2-acetyl-1-pyrroline (2-AP) present in their urine. This compound is the same one that gives cooked popcorn its aroma!🍿 

Last assessed in February 2016, the Binturong is a vulnerable species with an unknown but declining population due to deforestation and poaching. By switching to sustainable products, donating to organizations that specialize in Binturong conservation, and spreading awareness about helping Binturongs, you can participate in helping to save this species!🐾

#WeAreAZA  #zoo #binturong #worldbinturongday
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🎉 TGIF, zoo crew! 🎉
It’s been a week—so tell us, which animal face matches your mood right now? 😅🐾

Drop your match in the comments and tag a friend who needs the weekend too!
#ZooVibes #MeskerParkZoo #WeAreAZA
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🦁 Go Wild This Summer! 🌿
Mesker Park Zoo's Camp Zoofari is back and better than ever! We have 7 weeks of WILD fun lined up for that special kiddo in your life. Don't delay - weeks are filling up FAST 🙃
🎒 Ages 6-10 | 🗓️ Limited spots—register now!

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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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