Location: Greensboro, North Carolina Years Active: 1957 – Active The Greensboro Science Center? Yeah, it’s got the cute animals and the usual kid-friendly science stuff. But there’s more to it than that. This place has a surprising edge if you know where to look. Imagine getting close enough to a tiger to feel its breath….
Location: Asheboro, North Carolina Years Active: 1974 – Active The North Carolina Zoo is a big deal. It’s massive – the world’s largest natural habitat zoo! If you love animals, this is a must-see. They’ve been open since 1974, and the mission is serious, protect animals, teach people to care. But it’s not boring. It…
Location: Buffalo, New York Years Active: 1875 – Active Forget those sanitized, picture-perfect zoos. The Buffalo Zoo’s got history, and it wears its age with pride. This place opened back in 1875 – think faded photographs and a hint of forgotten stories. It’s tucked away in Delaware Park, adding a touch of untamed beauty to…
Location: Utica, New York Years Active: 1914 – Active The Utica Zoo isn’t just about staring at animals. It’s a place to get close to wildlife, from red pandas to the roaring African lions. Since 1914, it’s been a key part of Utica. Want a beer with your beasts? Check out their adults-only Brewfest. The…
Location: Rochester, New York Years Active: 1894 – ACTIVE Seneca Park Zoo isn’t your standard animal exhibit. Sure, it’s got the cute and the cuddly, but it also has a serious mission – saving animals. It’s been around since 1894, making it a Rochester institution as well as a wildlife refuge. Don’t just come to…
Location: Queens, New York Years Active: 1968 – Active The Queens Zoo is the scrappy underdog of NYC zoos. It won’t blow your mind with a massive collection, but that’s its charm. This is where you go for a quick, down-to-earth wildlife fix with a uniquely Queens flavor. Focus is on animals from the Americas,…
Location: Staten Island, New York Years Active: 1936 – Active The Staten Island Zoo isn’t flashy. It’s small, but it’s been a local favorite for generations. They’ve got a cool mix of animals – weird ones, cute ones, ones you won’t see anywhere else nearby. It’s the kind of place where you can wander the…
Location: Millbrook, New York Years Active: 1936 – Active Think of Trevor Zoo as the rebellious younger sibling in the zoo world. It’s on a high school campus – that alone breaks the rules. They’ve been drawing crowds since 1936, doing things their own way. This isn’t just about staring at animals. You’ll find red…
Location: Brooklyn, New York Years Active: 1935 – Active Prospect Park Zoo isn’t your standard city zoo. It’s tucked away in Brooklyn’s massive Prospect Park, a little slice of wildness you might not expect. Since 1935, it’s definitely had its ups and downs, but these days it’s on the rise. They don’t house lions and…
Location: New York, New York Years Active: 1934 – Active Central Park Zoo isn’t your average zoo. It’s a slice of the wild jammed into the heart of New York City. Imagine hearing lions roar while skyscrapers loom in the background! While it’s small, the zoo packs a serious punch. Snow leopards, sea lions, red…
