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  • Franklin and Wednesday the Bactrian Camels in Asia Valley
  • Baird's Tapir sniffing his snoot around Amazonia
  • Red Panda cuteness at the Discovery Center
  • Komodo Dragons at Komodo Cove in the Kley Building
  • Reticulated Giraffe waiting for feeds in the African Rift
  • Juno and Astrid the River Otters in Children's Enchanted Forest
  • Indian One-Horned Rhino romping in Rhino Reserve at the Kley Building
  • Humboldt Penguins, Penguins of Patagonia Exhibit
  • Amur Tiger Akasha in Asia Valley
  • Humboldt Penguins, Penguins of Patagonia Exhibit
  • Humboldt Penguins, Penguins of Patagonia Exhibit
  • Humboldt Penguins, Penguins of Patagonia Exhibit
  • Beliza, our Clouded Leopard located in Amazonia
  • Cuvier's dwarf caiman enjoying the waters in Amazonia
  • One of our Sifaka Lemur's in Lemur Forest
  • Ring-tailed Lemurs cuddling up in Lemur Forest
  • Beliza, our Clouded Leopard located in Amazonia

Open 365 Days A Year!

  • Hours: 9am - 4pm
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    • November – February Rates

      Adults: $9.00
      Children (age 3-12): $8.00
      Children 2 and Under: Free

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Evansville’s Mesker Park Zoo

Connecting people with the world around them happens naturally at Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden. Your visit to Indiana’s first zoo offers a worldwide adventure as you encounter hundreds of animals representing species from around the globe.

Located on 45-scenic acres on Evansville’s northwest side, we welcome you to our unique zoo and think you’ll enjoy being completely immersed in natural beauty. From the South American rainforest of Amazonia to the Family Garden, Lake Victoria, and the rolling hills in between; Connecting people with the natural world is mission accomplished when you visit Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden.

UPCOMING EVENTS

DAILY EXPERIENCES:

Giraffe Feedings: 11am – 3pm
(weather permitting) $$

Tram Tours: 10am – 4:30pm
(weather permitting) $$

Keeper Penguin Feedings and presentation: 10am and 3pm

Wildlife Carousel: 10am – 4pm $$

Gift Shop:  9am – 5pm

Concession: 9am – 4pm

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MESKER PARK ZOO NEWS & STORIES

What’s In Bloom? Red Button Ginger

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Do You Want to Be Like a Keel-billed Toucan?

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Otterly Adorable!

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The Penguins Are Here!

Read More The Penguins Are Here!

Who's that penguin?

Who’s That Penguin?

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IT'S HOT! ☀️ When planning your trip to the zoo, ensure you dress appropriately, bring water, and stay hydrated.  We have water fountains throughout the zoo to refill your water bottles and we even have a few misters that can feel really nice on a hot summer day like today. 

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🎆 HAPPY 4TH OF JULY 🎆
We're open today 9am - 4pm! 

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BEEP BEEP 🚗
-We've got a new driver on our hands-
Beliza the Jaguar Located in Amazonia loves her enrichment time her keepers give her ❤️

📸 Keeper Katelyn
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Come join our awesome crew and tell all your friends you work for the zoo! 🐧🙊🦒 Now that's a conversation starter. We are looking for a full-time "Development Director" and an "Events & Admin Coordinator". Full time zoo opportunities can be hard to come by! Follow the link below to check out these job descriptions and apply. 

-Mesker Park Zoo is an Equal Opportunity Employer-

https://meskerparkzoo.com/about-us/jobs/
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Mesker Park Zoo is challenging you to join us this month as we do a 31 day ECO challenge! You can join our team and learn each day about how to reduce and refuse single use plastics. 
As part of our team, you can see how 31 days of action can add up to a lifetime for you, the community, and the planet. 

Click the link to join our team and see how you can make a difference for everyone! 

https://plasticfree.ecochallenge.org/teams/mesker-zoo-crew
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Did you know Budgies are open for the season? 🐦 You can feed a budgie for ONLY 2 tokens! Our budgie walkabout exhibit is located next to our carousel and Children's Enchanted Forest. 

Skip the line & buy online! 

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TODAY IS A PERFECT DAY FOR A TRIP TO THE ZOO! 🌤 Penguins feedings are at 11a, 12p, 1p, & 2p (Limited availability per session | 5 Tokens per feed) or you can feed our Giraffes from 11a-3p (2 Tokens per feed). 

Get your tickets beforehand and save time at the gate:

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NATIONAL ORANGE BLOSSOM DAY! Today we're bringing focus to the Botanical side of our zoo 🌱. -Featuring the Orange Butterfly Milkweed-

They are a native perennial plant that bloom all summer long! Milkweeds are a host plant for monarch butterflies too. These plants are drought tolerant and attract lots of pollinators. Many vibrant plants like these can be seen when walking the zoo; especially during the summer months! 

Get your tickets online & purchase/renew your membership today! 
https://meskerparkzoo.com/

📸 Misty M
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Lazy Sundays are for everyone - at least Fong thinks so! Fong is our Malayan Sun Bear living his happy retirement in our Asia/Australia loop of the Zoo. He is directly across from our Barasingha. 

Malayan Sun Bears have rough paws and long curved claws that help them dig, eat, and climb trees! 
📸 Keeper Katie

Visiting the zoo? Get your tickets online and check out the weather to ensure you're prepared in case of rain. 🌦

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Today is Wednesday. Today is Humpday. And today is WORLD CAMEL DAY!

When all three of those days come together you KNOW it's going to be the perfect day to be at the Zoo!

MPZ is home to two Bactrian Camels, Franklin & Wednesday (<-- aptly named). Being what they are, these two are right at home in the crazy Evansville heat! However, it's not all hot all the time. Bactrian Camels can and do live in extreme cold temperatures as well. They can survive in extreme cold as low as -22 degrees Fahrenheit! So you can expect to see them outside in our Asia/Australia section all year!

Remember, just because Camels can survive days at a time without water, doesn't mean you can. Be sure to dress appropriately, wear sunscreen, and drink plenty of fluids when you're traversing the terrain here at our Zoo!
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🦒🦒World Giraffe Day is today! And it is as hot as the African Rift outside! Did you know? At the Zoo, you can get up close and personal to two of the most amazing Giraffes you'll ever meet - Clementine and Kijana. You also can feed these charismatic ladies for only 2 tokens!

Feedings are daily from 11a—3p while supplies last.

Good news on the conservation front as wild giraffe populations have risen, due in no small part to conservation efforts world-wide as well as more accurate census data. Researchers suggest there may be up to 4 different types of giraffe species, 3 of which have had population increases. But our work isn't done yet! For years these graceful creatures have faced threats to their populations and environments. It's up to every last one of us to ensure we're doing our part. Efforts like the Giraffe Conservation Foundation and the African Wildlife Foundation are paramount to the success of these populations. 

To find out more how you can help Giraffe conservation efforts, check the link below!

https://giraffeconservation.org/
https://www.awf.org/wildlife-conservation/giraffe
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Ever seen a crocodile at our zoo? These ambush predators can lie still for HOURS waiting on their next meal to unexpectedly swim by. Today is World Croc Day! And, in recognizing such a day, we want to highlight our Dwarf Caiman Crocodile who lives motionless in Amazonia! 

Next time you visit us, be sure to stop in Amazonia and keep an eye out for this statue of a reptile! Bonus points if you catch him moving!
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Happy Humpday! It's hot and the sun is shining! Sadly we don't have humps on our backs to store energy in this intense heat like the Bactrian Camel. That's why it's so important to use sunscreen, drink plenty of fluids, and wear appropriate clothing if you're planning on visiting us in this wonderful sunshine!

Save some time in line and get your tickets in advance using the link below!
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Just a reminder the Zoo closes early today at 2pm in order to prepare for our Zoo Brew fundraiser event. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing all those planning on attending!
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Saturday. 5p - 8p. Be there.

Brews. Music. Food. Games. 

The weather is going to be PERFECT this Saturday just in time for The New Zoo Brew! Only 2 days left until this event kicks off. Don't miss out on your chance to get a ticket today!

Get your tickets here
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Learn more
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4 days until Zoo Brew! 🍻
Get your tickets now to guarantee your spot in this new version of our classic brew-focused event! Indulge in local brews, live music, delicious food, and fun games! You won't want to miss this.

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This Saturday, June 4, is The NEW ZOO BREW!

Don't miss out on your chance to experience a classic event - reimagined! With Beer, Wine, Music, Food, and more, what are you waiting for? 

Tickets are selling out so get yours today!

Get your tickets using the link below
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Learn More about The New Zoo Brew
https://meskerparkzoo.com/event/the-new-zoo-brew/

Thanks to our vendors and sponsors!
Ohio Valley Homebrewers Association 
Working Distributors, Inc. 
Myriad Brewing Company 
St. Benedict's Brew Works 
The Vincennes Brewing Company 
Terre Haute Brewing Co. 
St Philip's Inn 
The Cheese Queen gourmet grilled cheese truck 
JB's Barnyard 
Rock-A-Burger Food Truck 
Peachy Treats 
Logan's Promise 
All About You DJ
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🇺🇸Happy Memorial Day! The Zoo is open today for normal operation. 

If you happen to see him doing it, Rupert loves to show off his mad skills with his own sport "Muddy Ball". He's a "professional".

The Greater One-Horned Rhinos is currently labeled as "Vulnerable", with only approximately 3700 remaining in the wild. Rupert, here, is a wonderful ambassador for the species. He teaches us something new each day with his amazing personality and goofy antics! 🦏
🎥 Misty Voelker

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Open 365 Days a Year!

9am - 4pm

November – February Rates

Adults: $9.00
Children (age 3-12): $8.00
Children 2 and Under: Free

1545 Mesker Park Drive
Evansville, Indiana 47720

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