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Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden's Discovery Center Re-Opens This Weekend

Bobby G. — Fri, 24 May 2013 21:00:00 +0000

After months of hard work Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden is excited to announce that the Discovery Center will re-open on Saturday! Even though they are still finalizing the finishing touches, Mesker Park Zoo knows how important it is to have the chance to enjoy the zoo this Memorial Day Weekend. You will be able to find the [...]

Mesker Park Zoo Fostering Rare Mexican Wolf Pups

Mike Adams — Tue, 14 May 2013 13:46:59 +0000

The Evansville Zoo is now the new foster home to a couple of Mexican wolf pups.

Earlier last week, the extremely rare, male cubs were transported to Mesker Park Zoo, after being born under risky conditions in New York.

'Party For The Planet' This Weekend at Mesker Park Zoo

Bobby G. — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 19:24:44 +0000

Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden is proud to present the Party for the Planet, sponsored by Alcoa, this Sunday, April 21st from 11am-4pm. This event is in recognition of Earth Day, focusing on green practices and showcasing what individuals can do take make a positive difference for the environment. Visitors can expect many fun [...]

Have Breakfast With Santa This Weekend at Mesker Park Zoo

Bobby G. — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 14:00:47 +0000

Enjoy a hot buffet breakfast with Santa & Mrs. Claus in the Rainforest Grill at Mesker Park Zoo this Saturday, December 1st and Sunday, December 2nd. This is the perfect opportunity for children to make Santa aware of their wish list items and take a photo or two (don’t forget to bring your cameras!). Children [...]

Last Day for Mesker Zoo's 'Boo at the Zoo'

Bobby G. — Sun, 28 Oct 2012 12:48:02 +0000

Today is the last day for you to get out to Mesker Park Zoo and experience this long-standing family event. Boo at the Zoo has been going on for over a decade, so obviously they know how to put on a good show, and people show up by the hundreds. Bring the kids in your [...]

Evansville's Annual 'Boo at the Zoo' Starts This Weekend

Bobby G. — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 22:00:51 +0000

Well, you still have plenty of chances left to get out to Mesker Park Zoo and experience this long-standing family event. Boo at the Zoo has been going on for over a decade, so obviously they know how to put on a good show, and people show up by the hundreds. Bring the kids in [...]

Mesker Zoo's Annual 5K is Coming Soon

Bobby G. — Thu, 16 Aug 2012 19:43:34 +0000

The 4th annual Run Wild or Walk Proud event will take you through the scenic and hilly grounds of Mesker Park Zoo and Botanic Garden. You and the whole family are invited to participate on Wednesday, September 5th at 6pm. You might be thinking (I know I was) “Wait a minute. Did he just say [...]

Donna The Hippo Has Passed Away

Bobby G. — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 22:02:48 +0000

It is definitely a sad day for Tri-Staters as well as employee’s of Evansville’s Mesker Park Zoo. Today the decision was made to euthanize Donna The Hippo, the oldest hippo in captivity. Donna has been a part of Mesker Park Zoo since 1956…and over the past 56 years she has brought smiles to countless faces. [...]

Family Fun Day at Evansville's Mesker Park Zoo

Bobby G. — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 21:00:47 +0000

Bring the kiddos and/or grandkiddos out to Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden for their Family Fun Day this Saturday, August 4th from 10am-3pm! There will be a bunch of different games and activities for the entire family, including zoo keeper talks magic shows appearances by the Evansville Otters inflatable bounces games clowns and much [...]

It's Not Too Late To Join Mesker Zoo's Summer Camp

Bobby G. — Fri, 15 Jun 2012 19:35:39 +0000

The Mesker Park Zoo Summer Camp runs from June 4 – July 27…and even though you may have missed the first two weeks, there’s still time to get in on the remaining weeks. The camp is open to kids ages 5-12. And although the half-day camp is sold out, you can still sign up for [...]

Wednesdays With Winnecke Is All About The Zoo! [Audio]

Bobby G. — Wed, 16 May 2012 16:59:04 +0000

Mesker Park Zoo Director, Amos Morris, was our guest this week on Wednesdays With Winnecke. Mayor Winnecke and Amos discussed a number of topics, including the effect Amazonia has had, and a look ahead to future changes at the zoo.

Mesker Zoo – Bloomin' Zoo Festival This Weekend

Bobby G. — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 21:20:41 +0000

The 11th Annual Bloomin’ Zoo Garden Festival is coming up this Saturday and Sunday at Mesker Park Zoo. Tropical bedding plants, unusual perennials, trees, shrubs, & ornamental grasses, among others, will be available for purchase during the festival. The Zoo’s Botanical Department has been busy growing and preparing these unique items for the festival that [...]

Learn More About the American Marten With Mesker Park Zoo

Bobby G. — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 21:14:10 +0000

Come learn about the Zoo’s involvement in field work, doing research on a little-known mammal. Meet the Zoo’s collaborators and hear about their backgrounds in wildlife conservation and forest ecology. Who: Maria Spriggs, DVM – Mesker Park Zoo Veterinarian…Jill Witt, Ph.D. – Senior Wildlife Biologist, Little River Band of Ottawa Indians, Manistee, MI…Paul Keelance, Ph.D. [...]