Mesker Park Zoo & Botanical Garden
“Cultivating connections between people and nature that inspire action for our planet happens naturally at Mesker Park Zoo and Botanic Garden. Encounter hundreds of animals representing species from around the globe in Indiana’s first zoo.
Located on 45 scenic acres on Evansville’s northwest side, we think you’ll enjoy being immersed in its natural beauty. From the South American rain forest of Amazonia to the Children’s Enchanted Forest, and the rolling hills surrounding Lake Victoria, connecting people with the natural world is mission accomplished when you visit Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden.”
Open 365 days a year, 9:00am–4pm
(812) 435-6143
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