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Red Panda at Henry Vilas Zoo

Red Panda Day

Celebrate with us September 18
International Red Panda Day
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Behind the Scenes

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Upcoming Events

2021 Run Wild

2021 Run Wild

September 26 @ 7:00 am

Join us in-person for this year’s RUN WILD! This year is all about pollinators! Bats,…

Adult Trivia Night

October 29 @ 6:30 pm

Are you smarter than a zookeeper? Join us for a fun-filled evening of animal and…

Animals

Learn more about our animal friends!

African Lion at Henry Vilas Zoo

African Lion
African Penguins at Henry Vilas Zoo

African Penguin
Bornean Oranguatan at Henry Vilas Zoo

Bornean Orangutan

Polar Bear
Reticulated Giraffe at Henry Vilas Zoo

Reticulated Giraffe
Reticulated Glass Frog at Henry Vilas Zoo

Reticulated Glass Frog
Somali Wild Ass at Henry Vilas Zoo

Somali Wild Ass
Standings Day Gecko at Henry Vilas Zoo

Standing’s Day Gecko
Yellow and Blue Poison Dart Frog at Henry Vilas Zoo

Yellow and Blue Poison Dart Frog
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Conservation Club

There’s a new way to show your love and support for animals, conservation and the Henry Vilas Zoo on the horizon. Introducing our Conservation Club.

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Take a look at our Instagram page @henryvilaszoo to stay up to date with all things happening around Madison’s favorite zoo. Use the hashtag #HenryVilasZoo and your photo could be featured.

Our Mission

We’re dedicated to exceptional animal care and conserving wildlife through local engagement and global partnerships

Our Vision

Locally loved community treasure.
Globally recognized conservation leader.
Forever accessible.