For 100 years Como Park Zoo & Conservatory has connected the community with nature. Thanks to our generous supporters, the gardens and animals are thriving for generations to enjoy.

Como Friends’ Covid-19 Response

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

Protecting the Pura Vida: Conserving sloths and other threatened animals in Costa Rica. Keeper Liz discusses her Conservation Champions’ experience supported by Como Friends

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Understanding the world’s most elusive cat: keeper Hans reports on his Conservation Champions’ trip supported by Como Friends.

Your contribution helped build Como Harbor and make possible plenty of other programs and improvements at Como Park Zoo and Conservatory

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

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

While Garden Safari Gift Shop is closed we’re partnering with Safari Ltd., who help keep our gift shop stocked with sustainable toys, games and activities. A portion of every purchase you make on their website will help benefit Como Park Zoo & Conservatory.

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