Columbian Park Zoo

Columbian Park Zoo Columbian Park Zoo is located in beautiful Columbian Park in Lafayette, Indiana.
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Columbian Park Zoo is home to over 200 animals representing nearly 90 different species. The zoo offers a variety of education programs throughout the year, inspiring an appreciation for the world's wildlife.

Because everybody deserves some bunny to love 💕
02/14/2025

Because everybody deserves some bunny to love 💕

Happy GALENTINES DAY! 💟To celebrate, our Wild Encounters Gift Vouchers are on sale so you and your bestie can make some ...
02/13/2025

Happy GALENTINES DAY! 💟

To celebrate, our Wild Encounters Gift Vouchers are on sale so you and your bestie can make some AMAZING memories together! Online purchases include a downloadable/printable voucher to gift to your BFF.

Use Coupon Code SHE-NANIGANS to save 20%! Valid through 2/17.

(Gift Vouchers are not specifically themed to Galentine's Day, so they make great VALENTINE'S gifts too *hint hint*)

Visit our website at columbianparkzoo.org to link to the registration portal or use the direct link below - check out the Gifts for Zoo Lovers tab for all the animal options!

https://secure.rec1.com/IN/lafayette-parks-recreation-in/catalog

Looking for the best summer job ever? Apply today to come work for Columbian Park Zoo! Interviews begin soon for full-ti...
02/12/2025

Looking for the best summer job ever? Apply today to come work for Columbian Park Zoo! Interviews begin soon for full-time and part-time seasonal positions at CPZ. Visit work4lafayette.com and search "ZOO" to get started today!

We are still accepting applications for our Zoo Teen program! Check it out and visit our website to learn more.
02/10/2025

We are still accepting applications for our Zoo Teen program! Check it out and visit our website to learn more.

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Eagles? Chiefs? We are Team Owl! Happy Superb Owl Sunday! 🏈🦉
02/10/2025

Eagles? Chiefs? We are Team Owl! Happy Superb Owl Sunday! 🏈🦉

Spring Break will be here before you know it! Register now for our popular Spring Break Safari day camp before it sells ...
02/07/2025

Spring Break will be here before you know it! Register now for our popular Spring Break Safari day camp before it sells out. Exclusively for ages 7-10, and aligned with LSC/TSC break dates, this camp will feature hands-on encounters with Animal Ambassadors, games, crafts, and STEM-activities to achieve the perfect balance of just-being-a-kid time and learning engagement. Member save 15% on registration fees, too! Sign up today: https://secure.rec1.com/IN/lafayette-parks-recreation-in/catalog

Have a curious kiddo between the ages of 5-7? Join us Saturday, February 15, from 10:00am-11:00am for Critter Class: Bir...
02/06/2025

Have a curious kiddo between the ages of 5-7? Join us Saturday, February 15, from 10:00am-11:00am for Critter Class: Birds of Prey!

With Critter Classes your child will have the opportunity to learn about wildlife, up-close and hands-on. Each class focuses on a different animal group. Games, crafts, and age-appropriate STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) activities will engage and entertain, letting learning happen naturally. Each session includes a live animal encounter. Supervised outings to zoo exhibits may be included, weather permitting.

Learn more & sign up today: https://secure.rec1.com/IN/lafayette-parks-recreation-in/catalog

ICYMI registration for our popular summer Zoo Camps is now open!
02/06/2025

ICYMI registration for our popular summer Zoo Camps is now open!

02/05/2025

PSA 📢

Surfaces could get slippery today! Our friends in Penguin Cove are here to demonstrate (almost) proper walk-like-a-penguin technique.

Short, shuffling steps ✔️
Arms (or wings) at your sides ✔️
Avoid obstacles 🚫

Stay safe out there!

02/04/2025

When you do a move so good you gotta do it again for the camera

Looking for a Valentine's date night sitter??💕💝 We got you covered!😃 Take the night off—we've got the kids! Drop off you...
02/03/2025

Looking for a Valentine's date night sitter??💕💝 We got you covered!😃 Take the night off—we've got the kids! Drop off your 5–12-year-olds for an evening of fun with games, crafts, nature videos, and even Animal Ambassador meet-and-greets!🐾 Drop off and pick up anytime during the program! Just $18 per child and members take 30% off! Snacks are provided, but feel free to pack extras. Sign up today by visiting https://bit.ly/3Q4syYO

Mmmmm, smells like spring!
02/03/2025

Mmmmm, smells like spring!

Don’t worry, Pete, snakes are our friends!
02/01/2025

Don’t worry, Pete, snakes are our friends!





The Eastern indigo snake is the longest non-venomous snake in the U.S. Also, the most handsome.
01/31/2025

The Eastern indigo snake is the longest non-venomous snake in the U.S. Also, the most handsome.

Calling all little explorers! Join us on February 8 from 10am-11am for a fun-filled adventure all about cold-weather cri...
01/31/2025

Calling all little explorers! Join us on February 8 from 10am-11am for a fun-filled adventure all about cold-weather critters! Designed for kids ages 3-4 with a caregiver, this interactive class will feature exciting hands-on activities and up-close animal experiences! Don’t miss out on this ❄️cool❄️ opportunity to learn and play! Spots are limited, so sign up today! Members save 15% https://secure.rec1.com/IN/lafayette-parks-recreation-in/catalog

Science is alive and well at this season’s Homeschool Academy series: Science Alive! We learned about genetics this week...
01/30/2025

Science is alive and well at this season’s Homeschool Academy series: Science Alive! We learned about genetics this week and extracted DNA from strawberries 🍓 🧬

Happy Lunar New Year to all who celebrate! We wish you good luck, prosperity and happiness in the new year!Follow us as ...
01/29/2025

Happy Lunar New Year to all who celebrate! We wish you good luck, prosperity and happiness in the new year!

Follow us as we spotlight the Zoo's resident snakes through educational events and programming this year. Snakes are incredible creatures, although often misunderstood. We are committed to shining a light on the many positive qualities our serpentine friends embody!

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1915 Scott Street
Lafayette, IN
47904

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(765) 807-1540

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PSA 📢 Surfaces could get slippery today! Our friends in Penguin Cove are here to demonstrate (almost) proper walk-like-a-penguin technique. Short, shuffling steps ✔️ Arms (or wings) at your sides ✔️ Avoid obstacles 🚫 Stay safe out there!

When you do a move so good you gotta do it again for the camera #owls #owlstagram #ididapounce #skycat

May all your mental health walks lead to a snack ❤️

Chehalis is engaging in a natural behavior known as preening. Birds, including bald eagles, preen by using their beaks to groom and maintain their feathers, removing dirt or parasites, and ensuring the feathers lay properly for insulation and flight. Notice how she slides her beak along her longer feathers? Each feather is made of many smaller interlocking filaments, which can become separated. Chehalis can be seen zipping those filaments back together as she preens! You may also see her stimulate the uropygial gland at the base of her tail. This gland secretes a water-proofing oil which she is then spreading onto her other feathers with her beak.

It’s all hands on deck prepping for Boo at the Zoo this weekend! We could only have a skeleton staff meeting 💀

Just monkeying around 🐵 #thatmondayfeeling #spidermonkey

When you get to the party but don’t see your bestie 🦦

This week’s Homeschool Academy for ages 9-12 featured a lesson on zoo nutrition and diet preparation. The kiddos tried their hands at preparing the afternoon meal for our parrots. Watch til the end to see our Quality Control Inspector’s reaction!

Nomnomnomnom #wallabywednesday

Polk loves when Zoo Camp gets corny 🌽 (And so do we!) 🎥: Educator Sami

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