Lords Park Zoo - Elgin, Illinois

03/04/2025

02/19/2025

Thank you Elgin Public Museum for sharing this great information!

During the winter season, bison usually head to lower ground, as the snow and temperatures are usually milder there, it’s also easier to find snacks. Their muscular hump supports a massive head, aka a snowplow that can clear away drifts and uncover buried grasses to dine on. Yum.

But do bison get cold? Maybe their demeanor, but as far as body warmth, they utilize a dense fur coat along with layers of fat to stave off the wind and cold. Remember, bison are wild animals and are unpredictable. Keep a safe distance and be thoughtful about asking about their week. What do you mean it is only Tuesday?

Learn more about bison at: https://www.nps.gov/subjects/bison

Image: Two bison standing together on a park road at Yellowstone National Park. One asks, what a week, huh? The other replies, It’s Tuesday.

02/08/2025

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01/29/2025

Take a look at the exciting activities for all ages happening from January to April at the Elgin Parks and Recreation. From fitness classes and creative workshops to fun aquatic adventures, there's something for everyone. Don’t miss out—register today and join the fun!

View the activity guide -- bit.ly/ActivityGuideJanuary-April
Sign up for activities -- centreofelgin.org/

01/29/2025

Elgin Public Museum reopens for the new year on SATURDAY, February 1st!

01/19/2025

We are sad to announce the loss of the zoo’s oldest white tail deer due to failing health. Ruby was approximately 15 1/2 years old. She joined the zoo family as an adult deer just prior to the zoo reopening in 2014.

01/07/2025

SPACE AVAILABLE FOR 2/22 MEET THE BISON....MAKE YOUR REVERVATION TODAY! 847-741-6655!

Update from Takoda and Buffy….a little snow and cold shouldn’t stop you from joining us…..make your reservations soon!

Meet the Bison program resumes February 22nd (and all last-Saturdays of the month through October). You'll get very up close and personal with bison Takoda and Buffy and Spike the Elk! Cost is $5 per person, maximum of 15 people per month, and you must make a prepaid reservation -- contact Sharry at [email protected] or leave a message at 847-741-6655 for more information and how to make a reservation. No kids under 5, please, for safety reasons.

01/06/2025

11/27/2024

The Friends Of Lords Park Zoo are thankful for your continued support! Happy Thanksgiving!

11/13/2024

Visit the Elgin Public Museum soon 🦬

Happy 104th Birthday to THIS place -- Elgin Public Museum! In November 1920, after 13 years of sitting dormant after construction, we opened our doors to an overflow crowd as the Elgin Audubon Museum, besides bird taxidermy featuring pieces from founders George & Mary Lord's collection. It's been a wild ride ever since, of ups and downs, but we've always picked ourselves up, dusted ourselves off, and gotten back to the business of educating and inspiring wonder in the world. Come visit us on the weekend, Saturday/Sunday 12-4 -- Adults $3, Kids 3-12 and Seniors 60+ $2, Free for under 3, Museum Members and Elgin Twp. Senior Access Passes.

11/06/2024

On this day in 2016 Takoda arrived…..🙂

11/02/2024

11/02/2024

Bison have resided at Lords Park since 1905! Thank you to Bronz Zoo and Teddy Roosevelt for beginning the first conservation movement to save our National Mammal! Stop by and visit Takoda and Buffy on this beautiful autum day! 🦬🍁

Elgin Public Museum is open Noon-4pm 🦬

10/18/2024

10/14/2024

Meet the Bison!
Sign up soon - space limited! Reservation required!

Up close opportunity to learn more about our magnificent National Mammal! Takoda, Buffy, the new deer arrivals, and the magnificent Spike are waiting to meet you!
We’re excited to be back…🦬

Saturday, October 26, 2 pm - Make a reservation by calling the Elgin Public Museum @ 847-741-6655 (the program won’t be offered again until Spring!