Emporia Zoo

01/04/2025

The Zoo is closed today, January 4, and tomorrow, January 5, 2025, due to the winter weather.

Our dedicated zookeepers are on-site ensuring the animals are well cared for and comfortable despite the severe cold. Stay safe, everyone!


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12/31/2024

The David Traylor Zoo of Emporia will be closed on January 1, 2024, in observance of the New Years holiday. We will reopen on January 2, 2025. Wishing you and your family a safe and Happy New Year!

12/25/2024

Wishing all our wonderful visitors and animal lovers a joyful holiday season!

Share your festive moments with us using . Thank you for being a part of our zoo family. Happy Holidays!

— The David Traylor Zoo Team

12/20/2024

The David Traylor Zoo of Emporia will be closed at 12:00 p.m. on December 24 and closed all day on December 25 in observance of the Christmas holiday. We will reopen on Thursday, December 26, 2024. Wishing you and your family a safe and very merry holiday!

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12/19/2024

Meet Twix, Our Newest Ambassador Animal!

You're invited to the David Traylor Zoo's Education Center to welcome Twix, a Netherland Dwarf rabbit, to our animal family!

🐾 Did you know?
Netherland Dwarf rabbits are among the smallest rabbit breeds, originally developed in the Netherlands in the early 1900s. By breeding small Polish rabbits with wild rabbits, this unique and tiny domestic rabbit was created—now available in a variety of colors and patterns!

Come visit us to learn more about Twix and his fascinating breed. We’re so excited to share him with all of you!

📍 Education Center at David Traylor Zoo
📅 Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.


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12/18/2024

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12/17/2024

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed adding Monarch Butterflies to the Endangered Species Act. The David Traylor Zoo plays an active role in tagging Monarch Butterflies during their biannual migration through our area. This addition to the ESA will help protect not only the butterflies but also their habitats along migration routes and their breeding grounds.

We’re proud to be part of the AZA SAFE program for Monarch Butterflies and contribute to the conservation of this incredible species.



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12/13/2024

Emporia Friends of the Zoo Receives Spark Good Local Grant from Walmart
Emporia, KS – The Emporia Friends of the Zoo is proud to announce that it has been awarded a Spark Good Local Grant through Walmart. This generous support will help enhance the zoo’s educational initiatives, both onsite and in the community, aligning with the mission to connect people of all ages to wildlife and promote conservation awareness.
In November, EFOZ volunteers submitted an application for the Spark Good Local Grant, which is designed to support projects and programs that address vital needs in local communities. With Walmart’s commitment to giving back, the grant program empowers organizations to make a meaningful impact in the areas they serve.
“We are incredibly grateful to Walmart for this opportunity and for recognizing the importance of wildlife education,” said Debbie Williams, EFOZ President. “This grant will allow us to expand our educational offerings, reaching more people and inspiring a deeper connection to the natural world.”
The Emporia Friends of the Zoo is dedicated to making a positive impact in the community through education, conservation, and the celebration of nature. With Walmart’s support, the organization is poised to further its mission and provide even more enriching experiences for the community.
To learn more about the Emporia Friends of the Zoo and how you can support their efforts, visit www.efoz.org.

12/09/2024

11/28/2024

The David Traylor Zoo will not be open on Thanksgiving day but will resume regular hours on Friday, November 29, 2024. The zoo staff wishes you and your family a safe and joyful holiday.

11/27/2024

Thank you to all who attended the annual Happy Holidaze and Toy Drive event last evening!

Thank you to the volunteers and Horticulture Department for decorating the zoo with over 35,000 feet of holiday lights!

Special thank you the Emporia Police Department Benefit Association and Emporia State University Nursing for hosting the Toy Drive to benefit local children in need this holiday!

Explore the festive lights at Emporia Zoo during the holiday season!


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11/25/2024

ONE More Sleep until HAPPY HOLIDAZE and TOY DRIVE

Join us on Zoo Road during the Happy Holidaze and Toy Drive! 🎄 The holiday lights ceremony kicks off at 5:00 p.m., with Dr. and Mrs. Michael Lloyd and their grandchildren turning on the beautiful zoo lights. Don’t miss this festive celebration!

11/01/2024

Boo in the Zoo 2024 is in the books with 1425 visitors! Thank you to our community partners, Emporia Friends of the Zoo docents and board members, park and zoo staff, Emporia Police Department, Emporia Kansas Fire Department, and so many more for helping make the evening a success!


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10/31/2024

The David Traylor Zoo will be closed at noon today, October 31, 2024, for event preparations and will re-open Friday, November 1, 2024 for regular hours.