On this day in 1899, the Bronx Zoo opened to the public! The Bronx Zoo is a place of many firsts: We were among the first zoos in the world founded by an organization with a conservation mission, to have a wildlife education department, and have a zoo-based veterinary program, which has allowed us to become a pioneer in zoological healthcare. Since we first opened 125 years ago, we have welcomed more than 260 million guests. And every year, over half a million school and camp group children visi

Make memories together at 5 wildlife parks this summer, including the Bronx Zoo & New York Aquarium. 🦭Encounter 18,000 animals 🦖FREE access to Bronx Zoo Dinosaur Safari 👀Unlimited access to new exhibits, like World of Darkness 🎃FREE access to Boo at the Zoo & Ascarium ✨40% off beloved seasonal events, Harvest Glow & Holiday Lights ✉️Exclusive invites to Member-only events | Bronx Zoo

4.6K views · 3.2K reactions | Plan a short day trip full of wildlife adventure at the Bronx Zoo. From the Congo Gorilla Forest to the Wild Asia Monorail to the Treetop Adventure, you’ll get the most out of summer without leaving the tristate area. Reserve date-specific tickets now. | Bronx Zoo | Facebook