In my long career as a zookeeper, I have had to say goodbye to many animals that I have loved. As I write this tribute to Prosperity, I am surprised by the realization of how much she captured my heart with her sweet and gentle soul. It is only fitting though, as throughout our time […]
hand raised by Roy Horn himself, along with his staff of animal caregivers and trainers
The carousel and train are running throughout the day and are included in Gold, Platinum
Funds support “access for all” initiative and endangered plant research CINCINNATI, OH (September 28, 2017) – The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden (CZBG) is excited to announce that it has received two prestigious grants from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). One, a National Leadership Grant awarded to the Cincinnati Zoo’s Lindner Center […]
The Zoo will partner with CCHMC to train all 244 full-time staff as well as 75 seasonal
HallZOOween, Presented by Frisch’s Big Boy, October 8-9, 15-16 & 22-23 CINCINNATI – Calling all little ghouls and boys, don’t miss HallZOOween, presented by Frisch’s Big Boy, October 8-9, 15-16 & 22-23, from Noon – 5 p.m. at the Cincinnati Zoo & BOO-tanical Garden. Children (12 and under) are encouraged to dress up in their […]
Demonstrations, Frisch’s Pumpkin Patch, Halloween Animal Meet & Greets, spooktacular Train
The new electric train and carousel start running daily at 2:30 p.m.
When thinking about February 14th, the first thing that comes to mind is Valentine’s Day. On this day, we celebrate love and romance. This day is also shared with our closest living relatives, bonobos. World Bonobo Day is the day we celebrate a very peaceful, loving, kind ape species. Here at The Cincinnati Zoo, we […]
When doing a training session with Kesi and Amali, Amali is always eager to train
Will the train and carousel be open?
The Cincinnati Zoo’s Cat Ambassador Program has included domestic house cats in its programs for years. They participate in our Cheetah Encounter at the zoo and in the winter travel to local schools as part of our Zoo to You educational programming. The housecats help us to spread the message of responsible pet ownership and […]
She spends most of her time snoozing, eating and getting acquainted with her new trainers
Cincinnati Zoo Brings Geurrilla Gardener to Avondale School to Inspire Students to Plant Ron Finley and Zoo Horticulture Team Realize Vision for Urban Garden CINCINNATI, OH (April 14, 2022) — Ron Finley, the self-proclaimed Gangsta Gardener from South Central LA, visited students at Rockdale Academy in Avondale this morning to talk about how the simple […]
delivered the message that, “With gardening, I see an opportunity where we can train
38th Annual PNC Festival of Lights is Back with More Lights and More Zoo for You Safety modifications include limiting capacity and requiring masks During a year when everything seems different, Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is making sure that Cincinnatians can count on at least one tradition. In order to offer a safe experience […]
traditional favorites like the Wild Lights show on Swan Lake, giant animal lanterns, train
