This FAQ covers Como Park Zoo & Conservatory’s enhanced reopening measures for visiting.
April Went Out With Lambs At Como!
Two baby Dall’s sheep born at Como Zoo in April now have names Meet Iao, born April 1! Iao was welcomed into the world April 1st and is now prancing about in her home at Como Zoo. She shares her home with her mother Drizzle, father Sylvester, three-year-old Aunt Sunny, and another baby born to…
Como Introduces Two New Virtual Programs For Preschool – 12th Grade
Free educational and engaging programs for all Minnesota schools Como Park Zoo & Conservatory is launching two new, free, educational virtual programs for preschoolers thru 12th grade. An educational program from Como Park Zoo & Conservatory will enhance any curriculum. With Covid-19 limiting Como’s ability to visit schools, Como’s educators along with a few animal…
Senior Strolls and Sensory Friendly Mornings Return!
Both Are Free & Require Advanced Registration Next Senior Strolls is May 11 This is a special time set aside just for our 55-and-better aged friends. This is an opportunity to visit the Zoo and Conservatory for a leisurely walk before the crowds. This event is a great opportunity for Seniors to enjoy a free…
Como Welcomes Nan the Polar Bear!
Just in time for International Polar Bear Day, Como Zoo welcomes its newest resident, Nan, a 26-year-old female polar bear. After completing a mandatory quarantine period, Nan is slowly being introduced behind-the-scenes to Neil, Como’s 25-year-old polar bear, and becoming acclimated to her new home at Como’s Polar Bear Odyssey habitat. Nan, short for the Inupiaq…
NEW DATE ADDED! Gift Your Valentine A One-Of-A-Kind Experience! Dinner In The Conservatory…In November!
This Valentine’s Day, Como asks that you look to a promising future and give your Valentine the gift of a November evening together dining in the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory surrounded by fall flowers, palms and plants. Instead of the traditional February 14th Valentine Dinner in the Conservatory, Como is now taking reservations for a one-of-a-kind…
Make your free reservations now to enjoy the beautiful gardens and amazing animals!
Welcome back to Como Park Zoo & Conservatory! We have worked tirelessly to design a COVID-19 Safety Plan for a safe return. At this time, Como Park Zoo & Conservatory will be open as a one-way walking path from 10am – 4pm Monday through Thursday, and 10am -6pm Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. You will enter…
Marjorie McNeely Conservatory’s Winter Flower Show Now Open
Winter Flower ShowSaturday, January 9 through Sunday, March 14, 2021The 2021 Winter Flower Show will feature a stunning display of flowering trees and shrubs. Highlights will include purple azaleas, blue hibiscus, and pink camellias. Lilies, veltheimia, and amaryllis will add beautiful pink and red accents throughout the show.
Como Live Episodes From November, December, & January
While we all #StaySafeMN and practice social distancing, check this space for challenging, fun learning opportunities. Then, tune in Mondays and Thursdays at 1:30pm on our Facebook page for special LIVE zookeeper talks and gardener talks. Check back later in the day where we will post the video here. If you’ve watched a Como Live…
Welcome to Como Live! Digital Legacy Learning – Como Style!
While we all #StaySafeMN and practice social distancing, check this space for challenging, fun learning opportunities. Then, tune in Mondays and Thursdays at 1:30pm on our Facebook page for special LIVE zookeeper talks and gardener talks. Check back later in the day where we will post the video here. If you’ve watched a Como Live…
Como Live Episodes From August, September & October
While we all #StaySafeMN and practice social distancing, check this space for challenging, fun learning opportunities. Then, tune in Mondays and Thursdays at 1:30pm on our Facebook page for special LIVE zookeeper talks and gardener talks. Check back later in the day where we will post the video here. If you’ve watched a Como Live…
Como Live Episodes From April, May, June & July
While we all #StaySafeMN and practice social distancing, check this space for challenging, fun learning opportunities. Then, tune in Mondays and Thursdays at 1:30pm on our Facebook page for special LIVE zookeeper talks and gardener talks. Check back later in the day where we will post the video here. If you’ve watched a Como Live…
A Drone’s Eye View of Como Harbor!
Amazing progress is being made! Click HERE to see and read more!
VIDEO: Virtual tour of the Summer Flower Show!
If you missed our Facebook Live tour of this year’s Summer Flower Show, fear not! Here is your opportunity to view the beauty of the garden, from the comfort of your own home! Click HERE for ways you can help support Como Park Zoo & Conservatory!
CUTENESS OVERLOAD! Como Welcomes SECOND Baby Dall’s Sheep in 9 Days!
Just in time for Mother’s Day, another baby Dall’s sheep born at Como Zoo, plus the public has picked the new name for the baby Dall’s sheep born April 25! Meet Skywalker! Como Zoo welcomed another snowy white male baby Dall’s sheep into the world earlier this week (Monday, May 4th). Skywalker was born…
