For generations, people of all ages and backgrounds have come to Como Park Zoo & Conservatory to create lasting memories and connect with the wonders of nature. And thanks to...
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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. Can’t get enough...
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Your support for Como Friends removes barriers, ensuring that Como is a community asset that belongs to everyone When Como Park Zoo and Conservatory’s leaders go to the Capitol each...
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From every direction, Como’s exterior gardens are designed to give visitors a warm welcome. As we reach the height of summer’s growing season, now is a great time to make...
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“The lovely flowers embarrass me. They make me regret I am not a bee.” – Emily Dickinson, 1864 Work a little “Me Time” into this summer with a visit to...
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Visit Como Friends on Facebook for fun, earth-friendly ways to celebrate the season: April 22 – April 30 Take home tree-planting tips from Jennifer Love, one of the talented...
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“Spring work is going on with joyful enthusiasm.” – John Muir Spring always comes early to the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory, where the Sunken Garden is already blooming with daffodils, lilies,...
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St. Paul second graders are about to make a virtual visit to Como Coming to Como Park Zoo and Conservatory is a field trip tradition that thousands of St. Paul...
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Alive with lush fern fronds and bromeliads, this season’s Sunken Garden Flower Show is like a walk in a primordial garden with vibrant pops of color—the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory’s Winter...
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Could your drawing, story or poem make you a Conservation Champ? Monday, January, 25 – Wednesday, February 10 We are excited to share the First and Second Place winners...
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