While we all #StaySafeMN and practice social distancing, check this space for challenging, fun learning opportunities. Then, tune in Monday – Friday 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…
The Marjorie McNeely Conservatory Is Open!
Welcome back to the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory! We have worked tirelessly to design a COVID-19 Safety Plan to prepare for our reopening. At this time, only the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory will be open as a one-way walking path beginning at the Japanese Garden gate which is north of the Conservatory’s main entrance. Como Zoo will…
Introducing Camp-In-A-Box!
Host camps from the comfort of your own home! Click HERE for more information and to order yours today! We know you may not be able to join us at the zoo for camp this summer, so we’re bringing the camp to you! Each box contains elementary age activities for a five-day camp week, including…
Pollinators! Now virtually open!
See what all the buzz is about in our Pollinator Exhibit! #Bee ready to find out what all the buzz is about during this 15-part virtual weekly series, courtesy of the Clean Water, Land, and Legacy Amendment! While we are currently closed to the public, we invite you to join us on Saturdays for informative,…
Conservatory Reopening FAQs
This FAQ covers the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory’s enhanced reopening measures for visiting during phase one.
Pop-Up Plant Sale July 1 & 2
Pop-Up Plant Sale coming soon to Como Park Zoo & Conservatory’s Cleveland Court (located between the Carousel and Como Town) Wednesday, July 1 – Thursday, July 2 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 2 plants for just $5.00 Plant a little piece of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory in your very own garden next week when Como Friends’…
A Drone’s Eye View of Como Harbor!
Amazing progress is being made!
You’re Invited to Virtual Sunset Affair!
2020 Como Park Japanese Obon Festival is Cancelled
Over the past several weeks we have watched several major events be canceled for this summer and fall due to the ongoing and anticipated impact of the Coronavirus. After careful and thoughtful consideration, and out of an abundance of caution for the health and safety of our community – including attendees, performers, vendors, volunteers, and…
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…
Chloe the sloth takes over Morning News Interview
Click HERE for ways you can help support Como Park Zoo & Conservatory! Click HERE for ways you can help support Como Park Zoo & Conservatory!
Como Welcomes Baby Dall’s Sheep & how you can help name him!
The names have been whittled down to Nimbus, Lightning, & Cyclone. We will announce the winner on Friday, May 8th during the 1:30 pm Como Live segment on Facebook. Cast your vote by clicking HERE! A snowy white male baby Dall’s sheep was welcomed into the world Saturday, April 25, and is now prancing about in his…
Video: Tour the 2020 Spring Flower Show Here!
If you missed our Facebook Live tour of this year’s Spring Flower Show, fear not! You can tip-toe through the tulips here!
Dear Como Contest…Please write, won’t you?
Are you missing Como? We miss you too, and the animals and plants would love to hear from you! Write a letter to your favorite plant or animal and send it to us. What do you love about Como? What inspires you to visit? We will choose 5 letters to read as part of our…
Say Hello To Sudi!
This beautiful baby now has a beautiful name! Say hello to Sudi! Sudi is a Swahili name for boys meaning lucky. The distinction of naming the kudu, born February 18th, was given to Berger Moving & Storage in honor of their longstanding support & commitment to Como. Berger Transfer hopes Sudi brings luck to all…
