Orchids are a surprisingly easy plant for beginning gardeners to take on, especially once you’ve learned the lingo. Below is a quick glossary for getting started: With more than 35,000...
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Contributions from Como Friends’ community of supporters help make more possible every day of the year Donations of every size really do make a difference at Como Friends. Details below!...
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As a part of your holiday traditions—visit the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory’s Holiday Flower Show in its full splendor. Featuring Ice Punch Poinsettias, Persian Shield, silvery lavender and fragrant Eucalyptus, the...
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If you grew up visiting Como Park Zoo & Conservatory, you know a lot has changed over the years. But one thing remains the same—a commitment to free admission. Como...
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Conservation Champion Michelle Hays went to Gabon, bringing home lessons for Como Zoo’s gorilla fans and followers Como Zoo keeper Michelle Hays was a college intern at Como Zoo when...
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Como Zoo helps U.S. Fish and Wildlife breed and rebuild the population of wild Wyoming toads Did You Know? Your support for Como Friends makes it possible for Como Zoo...
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From now through December 1, the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory’s Fall Flower Show is featuring crisp colors and the spicy fragrance of chrysanthemums. A Como tradition for more than 90 years,...
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Free Access is a driving force behind Como Friend’s advocacy for Como. Advocating for free access at Como Park Zoo and Conservatory is a cornerstone of our work at Como...
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With more than 850,000 school age visitors, Como Park Zoo and Conservatory is Minnesota’s conservation classroom. From fantastic school field trip offerings, to free programs like Nature’s Engineers, Como’s education...
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After a complex medical challenge for gorilla Alice, Como Zoo’s family troop of western lowland gorillas is reconnecting with the public this summer Gorgeous summer weather makes every Minnesotan look...
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