Family Programs
Storytime at the Zoo
Storytime at the Zoo programs will include book readings and an interactive experience for visitors of all ages on select days during the
late Fall, Winter, and early Spring seasons. Storytimes will occur in various locations in the zoo with different themes for each session. Storytime at the Zoo is a free
program for zoo visitors and do not require advanced registration.
WHEN
- November 2, 2024 – 10:30am in the Discovery Center – Storytime & Ambassador Animal Meet and Greet
2025 Program Schedule & Theme Coming Soon!
RATES
- Included with the price of admission & free for active members
Direct questions to 812-435-0809, or education@meskerparkzoo.com, or to the front gate 812-435-6143.
Fun in the Forest
Join in on the fun in the Children’s Enchanted Forest during your visit at the zoo! Our Mesker Park Zoo Docents will provide interactive experiences for children of all ages on select Saturdays during the late spring, summer, and early fall seasons. These activities are seasonal and weather dependent. Activities will commence in the Children’s Enchanted Forest stage area and will include stories, plays, music, crafts, animal biofacts, and live animal encounters.
HOURS
- 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
DATES
- TBD
LOCATION
- Children’s Enchanted Forest – weather dependent
RATES
- Included with the price of admission & free for active members
Direct questions to 812-435-0809, or education@meskerparkzoo.com, or to the front gate 812-435-6143.
Fun in the Family Garden
Join in on the fun in the Family Garden during your visit at the zoo! The Southwestern Indiana Master Gardeners Association (SWIGMA) will provide interactive experiences for children of all ages on select Saturdays during the late spring, summer, and early fall seasons. These activities are seasonal and weather dependent.
HOURS
- 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
DATES
- TBD
LOCATION
- Family Garden – weather dependent
RATES
- Included with the price of admission & free for active members
Direct questions to 812-435-0809, or education@meskerparkzoo.com, or to the front gate 812-435-6143.
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UPDATES COMING SOON!