Sparky the sea lion has a new home, and a new show, in Como Harbor. This reimagined show will highlight all 7 animals that call Como Harbor home each adopting the role of “Sparky” on any given day as they get to know each other, the habitat, and their adoring fans. The SPIRE Sparky Show...

Pop in at various animal habitats around Como and chat with a member of our fabulous Education staff about the endangered or threatened animals we have at Como and what people can do to help them thrive in the wild. S.A.F.E. chats occur Mondays and Wednesdays 1pm-3pm, and Saturdays 10:00am-12:00pm.  

Meet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.

Join us in Gorilla Forest and learn more about Como's gorillas and how you can make an impact on gorillas in the wild!

Sparky the sea lion is ready to make her big debut in Como Harbor. This reimagined show will highlight all 6 pinnipeds that call Como Harbor home each adopting the role of “Sparky” on any given day as they get to know each other, the habitat, and their adoring fans. The SPIRE Sparky Show at...

Meet the Zookeepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.

Sparky the sea lion has a new home, and a new show, in Como Harbor. This reimagined show will highlight all 7 animals that call Como Harbor home each adopting the role of “Sparky” on any given day as they get to know each other, the habitat, and their adoring fans. The SPIRE Sparky Show...

Meet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.

Join us in Gorilla Forest and learn more about Como's gorillas and how you can make an impact on gorillas in the wild!

Sparky the sea lion is ready to make her big debut in Como Harbor. This reimagined show will highlight all 6 pinnipeds that call Como Harbor home each adopting the role of “Sparky” on any given day as they get to know each other, the habitat, and their adoring fans. The SPIRE Sparky Show at...

Leading into Orangutan Caring Week we are celebrating all things Ape this weekend at Como. Learn about these amazing creatures first hand with a weekend full of special activities. There will be orangutan zookeeper talks, banana gardener talks, crafts, and games.  Xcel Energy Minnesota will be here with tips on how to save on your...

Meet the Zookeepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.

Sparky the sea lion has a new home, and a new show, in Como Harbor. This reimagined show will highlight all 7 animals that call Como Harbor home each adopting the role of “Sparky” on any given day as they get to know each other, the habitat, and their adoring fans. The SPIRE Sparky Show...

Meet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.

Join us at different locations around the zoo to learn how our expert team at Como upholds the highest standards of animal and plant care. Check out how Como has evolved through the years to spread the importance of conservation to the community.

Join us in Gorilla Forest and learn more about Como's gorillas and how you can make an impact on gorillas in the wild!

Sparky the sea lion is ready to make her big debut in Como Harbor. This reimagined show will highlight all 6 pinnipeds that call Como Harbor home each adopting the role of “Sparky” on any given day as they get to know each other, the habitat, and their adoring fans. The SPIRE Sparky Show at...

Pop in at various animal habitats around Como and chat with our fabulous Education staff about the endangered or threatened animals we have at Como and what people can do to help them thrive in the wild. S.A.F.E. chats occur Wednesdays 1pm-3pm, and Saturdays 10:00am-12:00pm.

Leading into Orangutan Caring Week we are celebrating all things Ape this weekend at Como. Learn about these amazing creatures first hand with a weekend full of special activities. There will be orangutan zookeeper talks, banana gardener talks, crafts, and games.  Xcel Energy Minnesota will be here with tips on how to save on your...

Meet the Zookeepers! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running Como Zoo. Learn about the animals and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.

Sparky the sea lion has a new home, and a new show, in Como Harbor. This reimagined show will highlight all 7 animals that call Como Harbor home each adopting the role of “Sparky” on any given day as they get to know each other, the habitat, and their adoring fans. The SPIRE Sparky Show...

Meet the Gardeners! Every day a different topic will be featured and guests will learn about the day-to-day operations of running the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Learn about plants and how they are cared for, plus guests can ask questions.

Join us in Gorilla Forest and learn more about Como's gorillas and how you can make an impact on gorillas in the wild!

Sparky the sea lion is ready to make her big debut in Como Harbor. This reimagined show will highlight all 6 pinnipeds that call Como Harbor home each adopting the role of “Sparky” on any given day as they get to know each other, the habitat, and their adoring fans. The SPIRE Sparky Show at...