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Zoo in Forest Park and Education Center

Name: Zoo in Forest Park and Education Center
Address: 293 Sumner Ave, Springfield, MA 01108, Springfield, MA, US
Telephone: (413) 733-2251
Rating: 4.4

★★★★☆ 4.4 (1563 reviews)

📍 293 Sumner Ave, Springfield, MA 01108

📞 (413) 733-2251

🌐 www.forestparkzoo.org

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🕐 Hours

Monday	10 AM–4 PM
Tuesday	10 AM–4 PM
Wednesday	10 AM–4 PM
Thursday	10 AM–4 PM
Friday	10 AM–4 PM
Saturday	10 AM–4 PM
Sunday	10 AM–4 PM

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About Zoo in Forest Park and Education Center

Large place with native & exotic animals. This zoo in a 735-acre woodland park features native & exotic animals, plus educational programs. The zoo is located within Forest Park, a 735-acre woodland park in Springfield, MA, providing an integrated natural setting for animal exhibits. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,563 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Zoo
Location: Springfield, MA
Animal Collection: Over 225 native and exotic animal residents
Hours: Saturday-Sunday 10am-4pm (Closed Mon-Fri)
Programs: Wildlife education, classroom enrichment, camp programs

💡 Did You Know?

⭐The zoo is located within Forest Park, a 735-acre woodland park in Springfield, MA, providing an integrated natural setting for animal exhibits
⭐The zoo houses over 225 native and exotic animal residents representing diverse species including Bengal Tigers, Ring-Tailed Lemurs, Timber Wolves, and various reptiles and birds
⭐Many of the animals at the zoo are rescues and pet surrenders, indicating a focus on animal welfare and rehabilitation rather than primarily breeding programs
⭐The zoo offers interactive wildlife education programs specifically designed to enhance classroom lessons, camp programs, and community events

💬 What Visitors Say

💬Plan for a $5 park entrance fee in addition to zoo admission when driving to the zoo, located within Forest Park. Consider this cost when budgeting your visit.
💡Don't miss the interactive goat feeding experience - purchase cones of feed at the zoo to hand-feed the goats, which is a highlight for children and creates memorable educational moments.
🕐Visit on a Sunday afternoon or off-peak times to enjoy minimal crowds and convenient gate ticket purchasing with no lines, making for a more relaxed family experience.
💬Plan 2-3 hours for your visit to comfortably walk through the zoo and enjoy the adjacent large playground. The compact size makes it manageable for young children but allows ample time for exploration.
💡Take time to read the educational information posted throughout the zoo about the animals, many of which are rescues and pet surrenders - this adds meaningful context to the experience and supports conservation education.