This exhibit examines the intersection of culture, medicinal plants, and current research. It invites viewers to consider the value of plants that have taken root in Minnesota. These include the commonplace plantain, the rare Lady’s Slipper orchid, and the controversial Cannabis.
I’m Dreaming Of A White…Holiday Flower Show!
Holiday Flower ShowDecember 3 – January 8, 2023The Holiday Flower Show tradition began in 1925 and continues to be the most anticipated flower shows at the Conservatory today. For the first time in 97 years, this year’s flower show forgoes the traditional red, and instead will feature an elegant white poinsettia accented with plants selected…
All Is NOT Quiet At Como In December!
The Opening of the Holiday Flower Show Kicks-Off a Busy Month At Como! Holiday Flower Show December 3 – January 8, 2023Daily 10AM – 4PMThe Holiday Flower Show tradition began in 1925 and continues to be the most anticipated flower show at the Conservatory today. For the first time in 97 years, this year’s…
Saying Goodbye to Stanley
Today we are mourning the passing of Stanley, a 3-year-old Gray seal. Stanley came to Como Zoo in February 2021 after being found stranded off the coast of Biddeford, ME. He was rescued by the Mystic Aquarium Animal Rescue Program with a piece of plastic twine wrapped around his neck causing an infected entanglement wound….
Celebrating Polar Bear Week October 30 – November 5
It’s Polar Bear Week! Polar Bears International created #PolarBearWeek to coincide with the annual gathering of polar bears near Churchill, Canada as they wait for the sea ice to form on the Hudson Bay so they can return to the ice for hunting. Sea ice loss from due to climate change is the single biggest…
Spend MEA @ COMO!
Join us over MEA weekend, October 20-23, as we celebrate the return of all 21 Sparky statues to Como! See all 21 hand painted, highly Instagrammable, Sparky statues Meet & Greet the area artists who painted the statues Education, activity, & craft stations Sponsor demos, giveaways, games, and prizes SPIRE Sparky Show at 11:30 and…
Mum’s The Word At Como!
2022 Fall Flower Show is Now Open! While many Minnesota gardens are winding down, preparing for the brisk days and nights ahead, the Sunken Garden at the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory is in full bloom! The 2022 Fall Flower Show features a variety of vibrant chrysanthemums. White, pink, lime green and purple chrysanthemums will be…
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The First Day of Fall, Was The First Day For Autumn
On September 22, the first day of fall, Grant’s Zebra “Thelma” gave birth to a healthy female foal. Zookeepers, visitors, and Social Media made it abundantly clear that there is truly only one logical and appropriate name for the baby. Como Zoo is thrilled to bestow the name “Autumn” onto the little female zebra. Como’s…
Sparky’s Home, all 21 of them! Let’s Celebrate! October Events Planned!
Como Park Zoo and Conservatory has welcomed back all the Sparkys that were scattered throughout the Twin Cities! Twenty-one custom, unique 6’ Sparky the Sea Lion statues, hand-painted by local artists and spread-out throughout the Twin Cities this past summer, are all now back home at Como Zoo. Visitors will be able to get their…
Como Welcomes Baby Zebra!
Hello Autumn, and hello baby zebra! Como Zoo is happy to announce the successful birth of a zebra foal to Grant’s Zebra “Thelma”. Mom and baby are both doing well, enjoying the first day of Autumn. The baby zebra was born sometime during the overnight hours, September 21 to September 22 (today). When the zookeepers…
Como Is Now On Instagram Reels & TikTok!
Como is now on Instagram Reels and TikTok! Click HERE to follow “Como Park Zoo and Conservatory”, watch the videos and make sure to click the “heart” to like it! AND SHARE, SHARE, SHARE!
Check out #ComoLive for short videos, quizzes, puzzles and crafts!
While we were (and still are) navigating the Covid-19 pandemic we created this space for challenging, fun, learning opportunities you could do from home to keep engaged virtually with all the happenings at Como. After two years, Como Live came to an end on March 31st, but our vast archive of videos, quizzes, puzzles and…
Obon Festival August 21! Advanced Admission Ticket Required!
NEW in 2022 we will be selling ADVANCED TICKETS ONLY. Click HERE to purchase your tickets today! We will not be able to take cash at the gate for admission. If you arrive without your advanced ticket, we will have QR codes at the gate for you to scan with your phone that will lead you through the ticketing purchase…
Summer of Sparky Statues In Place Throughout The Twin Cities!
21 Sparky Statues are dispersed through-out the Twin Cities. Click HERE for locations & HERE for a printable map! Como Park Zoo and Conservatory is excited to announce the Summer of Sparky – Making a Splash. Twenty-one custom Sea Lion statues, hand-painted by local artists, are popping up throughout the Twin Cities featuring water conservation…
