Fall Flower Show – Visit Virtually!
Marjorie McNeely Conservatory 1225 Estabrook Dr, St Paul, MN, United StatesFall Flower Show Saturday, October 10 through Sunday, November 29, 2020 While many Minnesota gardens are winding down for the winter season, the Sunken Garden at the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory will be in full bloom! The Fall Flower Show features a variety of chrysanthemums. The first half of show will be orange and purple with...
Celebrating Neil the Polar Bear’s Birthday!
Polar Bear Odyssey 1225 Estabrook Drive, Saint Paul, MN, United StatesNeil celebrated his 25th Birthday today, December 9, and Como’s zookeepers made it extra special for the big guy!
We Count Down to 2021 with 21 Animal Videos!
Como Park Zoo & Conservatory 1225 Estabrook Dr, St Paul, MN, United StatesWe count down to 2021 with 21 videos of animals from Como Zoo participating in enrichment activities. The videos, a new one each day, will appear on Como’s Social Media channels and Como’s website: https://comozooconservatory.org/countdown/. Savvy techies can also follow #ComoCountdown21to21. In an effort to spread some holiday cheer and put an end to this...
Noon Year Virtual Celebration!
Como Park Zoo & Conservatory 1225 Estabrook Dr, St Paul, MN, United StatesUnfortunately we won't be able to gather this year for our traditional Noon Year's Celebration, so celebrate virtually with us! Check back here on December 31 at 11:30am for a special video featuring a make-at-home craft and Como's animals counting down to 2021! Grab the confetti, noisemakers, and raise a glass of your favorite beverage...
Video: A Look Back at 2020, And A Glimpse Into 2021
1225 Estabrook Dr, St Paul, MN, United StatesWe made it to the end of 2020! See who arrived, who left, what we were up to when we were closed, plus a great view of the new Como Harbor!
Calling all conservation-minded kids!
Como Park Zoo & Conservatory 1225 Estabrook Dr, St Paul, MN, United StatesCould your drawing, story or poem make you a Conservation Champ? NOW THROUGH WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 10 Click HERE for more information and to enter
Support Como during the KSTP-TV 5 Eyewitness News Sponsor-a-thon!
Como Park Zoo & Conservatory 1225 Estabrook Dr, St Paul, MN, United StatesFrom April 12-30, donations made to the KSTP-TV 5 Eyewitness News Como Friends Animal and Garden Sponsor-a-thon will go twice as far, thanks to an anonymous $10,000 matching gift. When you sponsor an animal or garden your support ensures the highest quality care for Como’s plants and animals, funds improvements and ensures free admission for...
Summer Flower Show
Sunken Garden 1225 Estabrook Dr, St Paul, MN, United StatesSummer Flower Show May 8 through October 3, 2021 The Summer Flower Show features a harmonious color palette of purple, magenta, lavender, and red summer annuals. ‘Cajun Blue’ hibiscus, fuchsia, petunias, and verbena are among the flowers featured in the longest running flower show of the year. Silvery blue accents of lavender and succulents will...
Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening of Como Harbor!
Como Park Zoo & Conservatory 1225 Estabrook Dr, St Paul, MN, United StatesComo Harbor to Open with 10am Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on June 3 Como Harbor is a $21 million reinvention and improvement of Como Zoo’s seals and sea lions exhibit in the heart of Como Zoo. The new, world-class exhibit will provide an immersive and naturalistic setting that features rocky outcroppings designed to reflect the Pacific...
“Adventures With Ashley” New Episodes Every Friday Morning!
Como Park Zoo & Conservatory 1225 Estabrook Dr, St Paul, MN, United StatesTune in to our new Summer Series: "Adventures With Ashley"! Watch Ashley every Friday, beginning June 25, as she explores the Zoo and Conservatory showcasing different animals and plants, and meeting zookeepers and gardeners along the way! These videos are perfect for elementary age kids on summer break and their families, but everyone is welcome...