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World Bee Day

Let’s celebrate World Bee Day by helping conserve Indiana’s native Rusty Patch Bumble bee.

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City Nature Challenge

You can help contribute to community science with the City Nature Challenge.

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Date Night at the Zoo

Have your next date night at Christmas at the Zoo. A beautiful setting and some delicious food and drinks for a memorable evenin...

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Caring for Animals in Cold Weather

From temperature-regulated pools to heated rocks, learn the ways we help keep animals cozy during cold weather.

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Santa’s Magic Cottage

New this year, Santa’s Magic Cottage warmed by Peterman Brothers at the Indianapolis Zoo. Are you ready for a magical journey to...

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1200 W. Washington St. Indianapolis, IN 46222
(317) 630-2001
Hours: 9am-5pm Monday-Thursday | 9am-7pm Friday-Sunday

The Indianapolis Zoo is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (Charity Number 35-1074747) that does not receive tax support and is governed by a board of trustees. The Indianapolis Zoo is accredited as a zoo, aquarium and botanical garden. The Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and the American Alliance of Museums and is a member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) and the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).

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