Thanks to the generosity of our donors, Como Friends helps preserve Como Park Zoo & Conservatory as an equal opportunity oasis that belongs to and welcomes everyone.

After years of dreaming, designing and digging, Como Park Zoo and Conservatory’s new seals and sea lions habitat opened to the public on June 3.

Chrysanthemums have been the stars of Como’s fall flower show for nearly a century. But the long history of this hearty autumn bloomer goes back much farther.

From every direction, Como’s exterior gardens are designed to give visitors a warm welcome.

Garden Safari Gifts is committed to conservation-minded product choices which now includes Eco plush made from recycled materials. Garden Safari Gifts is Open Monday through Sunday, 10 am. – 4 pm. Reservations are required.

Conservation Champion Michelle Hays went to Gabon, bringing home lessons for Como Zoo’s gorilla fans and followers.

Free Means Free: We asked a few of Como’s two million annual visitors what free admission means to them.

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With furry new faces and falling temperatures, fall is a busy season at Como Zoo

Sustaining Members keep fundraising costs low and Como Friends’ mission moving forward.

Forward Progress: Como Park Zoo and Conservatory evolved from a Victoria-era menagerie to become Minnesota’s most visited conservation classroom