06/22/2024
Happy World Giraffe Day! 🦒
📷: Zookeepers Adam, Melanie and Gina
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One of the last FREE zoos in the United States, Como is home to a wide array of animals and plants and welcomes visitors 365 days a year. Located right next to Como Town Amusement Park, Cafesjian's historic carousel, and Como Park, the Zoo and Conservatory are great fun for visitors of all ages. Some of Como's main attractions include a world-class polar bear exhibit, Polar Bear Odyssey, Gorilla F
orest, and Como Harbor, home to Sparky the Sea Lion! . The zoo is also home to a collection of large cats, hoofstock, wolves, birds, primates, orangutans, flamingos, sloths, seals and sea lions, and several other aquatic animals. The Marjorie McNeely Conservatory features six indoor gardens and several outdoor spaces, displaying thousands of beautiful plants each year. For more information about our attractions and to plan your visit, view our visitor guide at https://comozooconservatory.org/visitors/visitor-map-hours/
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06/21/2024
Mark your calendars! Sunset Affair returns to Como on July 18!
06/16/2024
Have you checked out THESE dinosaurs yet? Father’s Day would be a perfect day for that! Awesome, just like Pops!
Dinosaur Expedition is happening now at Como Town in St. Paul.
06/13/2024
Senior Strollers! Enjoy a special relaxing treat this Tuesday, June 18th as Acupuncturist Rachel Jensen guides you through a meditative journey in the Palm Dome.
Register here: https://comozooconservatory.org/como/senior-strolls/
06/12/2024
We're going to be Groovin’ In The Garden with The Flamin’ Oh’s at 6pm! Pack a picnic and head on over. Forecast looks clear until late tonight.
It’s on!
The Garden will be Groovin’ at 6pm tonight!
06/10/2024
Happy 1st Day of Camp Como!
Campers spent time today creating beautiful planters that will be displayed around Como. They’re learning about the different kinds of plants that go in a display – fillers, thrillers, and spillers – from our amazing horticulturalist, Katie!
We still have a few spots available for Camp Como this summer! Check out our website for more information and to register. https://comozooconservatory.org/como/camps/
06/07/2024
Have you checked out our new exhibit, "Glass In Flight 2"? It features enlarged steel and glass sculptures of butterflies, moths, dragonflies, beehives, humming birds, ants, and praying mantis, and is now on display through Labor Day.
Como Park Zoo and Conservatory is delighted to announce the opening of Alex Heveri's stunning "Glass In Flight 2" exhibit, a part of her renowned "Glass in F...
06/06/2024
You can catch the one, the only, Sparky the Sea Lion and all her pals at Como Harbor daily at 11:30 and 2:30. A Minnesota tradition since 1956.
06/05/2024
Pack a picnic and head over on this beautiful evening for Groovin’ In The Garden with Innocent Reggae Band! Free, live music from 6-8pm. We will have beer, wine, pop, hotdogs available to purchase.
06/04/2024
We can't wait until Caturday. This picture is just too good that we have to share it NOW. This is Bernadette the tiger and the photo was taken and shared with us by Como Volunteer (and AMAZING photographer) Steve Solmonson.
LOVE IT!
📷: All around great guy, Steve Solmonson
06/01/2024
Come celebrate Pride Month at Como Zoo! Today the animals are enjoying Pride-themed enrichment. Join the fun! 🏳️🌈🌈✨
05/30/2024
Dive into World Sea Lion Day with us at Como! Celebrate our playful sea lions who always steal the show with their flips and fun. Stop by and give a flipper salute to Sparky and her pals today!
05/27/2024
We are open our normal hours (10am-6pm) today!
📷: Como Friends
05/26/2024
🎉🐟 Happy 8th Birthday, Poppy! 🐟🎉
Today, we're celebrating Poppy, one of our beloved California Sea Lions! Born at the Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium in 2016, Poppy has been a star at Como since she arrived in May 2017.
She's always full of energy and curiosity, often zipping around the pools, blowing bubbles in the Ecolab underwater viewing area of Como Harbor, or performing with her friends at the Blaze Sparky show in the KSTP Amphitheater.
Come by and wish Poppy a very Happy Birthday! See her in action and join the fun at Como Harbor! 🎂🐾
📷: Como Friends
05/24/2024
Horace, we hardly knew ye.
We are saddened to announce that Horace the Co**se Flower has completed his brief but unforgettable bloom at the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory. Born from a rare and noble...
05/24/2024
Horace has completed his bloom and the distinctive smell has dissipated. While he is still on display, the primary bloom and scent period has ended. We appreciate your understanding and continued support.
The line to see Horace will close at 4PM. Although, the line may be stopped earlier to accommodate closing procedures and evening events.
05/23/2024
To accommodate our closing procedures, we will be cutting the line to see Horace at 3:45pm today. We apologize for any inconvenience.
05/22/2024
Stop by to visit Horace and give blood while you're here! Walkups will be accepted!
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=comozoo&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1vX7n7R_XEEvycfrFAJrTCFRiBv91KWlcFHFyl19PfdbC8bjKlBRMO-6Q_aem_AbIej7StThjqLIx06qJ9s-zXdjjFJOuk_Oc6eO7cxuOvNo_K9xRswDC0TX5zLtxhBteFYhA_lGD5lRE-Wi6ounk4
05/22/2024
While we are all on , let's check in on Kulu enjoying her !
📷: Zookeeper Melanie
05/21/2024
🚨🌸 Breaking News! We’ve finally caught our first whiff of Horace the Co**se Flower! It’s not rotting flesh meets overripe cheese just yet, but we’re getting close! Come experience the pungent perfume in person or follow the stink-tacular bloom live on our Co**seCam: https://comozooconservatory.org/horace/
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MONDAY, MAY 20 UPDATE Thanks to all the plant people who made it out this weekend, and our apologies that you did not get to see this guy opening up!...
05/20/2024
Thanks to all the plant people who made it out this weekend, and our apologies that you did not get to see this guy opening up! Still watching and waiting. We measured the bloom at 52” this morning so there was a bit more growth overnight. We think the bloom could be today…or the next day?! Did we also say that a couple days ago? Yes. 😊
TUESDAY, MAY 14 UPDATE: Today Horace measured in at 46.5” so the spadix is continuing its steady upwards growth. It won’t break any height records, but it is still pretty...
05/19/2024
Horace bloom watch is still on....today was the first day with no new growth...so.....if the bloom starts you will be able to see it on the live cam by late afternoon.
Stay tuned!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6fEMNWpVo-4
05/19/2024
It’s the last day of Go Public Gardens Days, and today is the theme we’ve all been waiting for….’ask staff their favorite plant’!
Featured Como staff and their fave plants!
American Public Gardens Association
05/18/2024
It’s the last weekend of Go Public Gardens Days, and we think you’ll love this theme: ‘go take a photo of a spring flower'!
Minnesota in the spring is a true delight, and the perfect time to visit our Enchanted and Exedra gardens.
American Public Gardens Association
05/18/2024
Senior Strollers! Enjoy a special relaxing treat this Tuesday, May 21st as Acupuncturist Rachel Jensen guides you through a meditative journey in the Palm Dome. Register here: https://comozooconservatory.org/como/senior-strolls/
05/17/2024
Friday is for ferns!
Continuing Go Public Gardens Days with the scavenger hunt theme ‘find a fern’. There are hundreds of options in our tropical Fern Room; take a pic of your favorite!
American Public Gardens Association
05/16/2024
Today’s Go Public Gardens Days theme is ‘find a flowering tree’ in honor of National Love a Tree Day!
Stop by the Ordway Japanese Garden to fall in love with our flowering trees, shrubs, and carefully crafted pines!
Public Gardens Association
05/15/2024
Go Public Gardens Days continues today with the theme ‘go take a photo of a conservatory’!
I think we can manage that 😉
The Marjorie McNeely Conservatory, built in 1915, is open 365 days a year!
American Public Gardens Association
05/14/2024
Happy Go Public Garden Days! Each day this week we’ll feature a different scavenger hunt, and today’s theme is ‘find a succulent’!
The Marjorie McNeely Conservatory has so many cute succulents, we couldn’t bear to just pick one. Take a moment to visit our newest succulent pots when you walk through the conservatory’s front entrance!
Stay tuned for tomorrow’s theme….
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Pack a picnic and head over on this beautiful evening for Groovin’ In The Garden with Innocent Reggae Band! Free, live music from 6-8pm. We will have beer, wine, pop, hotdogs available to purchase.
Horace has gotten even bigger today! When will it bloom? Watch live by following this link: https://comozooconservatory.org/horace/ #LiveFeed #BotanicalMarvel #HoraceWatch #EndangeredSpecies
We are thrilled to announce the arrival of an adorable baby Dall sheep! Dall sheep fans and Scavenger Hunt enthusiasts can have the opportunity to participate in the naming of this precious lamb at a special Como Friends event, Como Quest, on May 4th! Read all about her here: https://comozooconservatory.org/easter-baby/
It’s our friend Lee Valsvik’s last day at KARE 11. All the best from all of us, Lee! We sure had some fun over the years!
In case you need this today…here’s Sprinkle enjoying some bubbles…you’re welcome. 🥰 #dallsheep #bubbles #enrichment
Now is the perfect time to book a private group tour of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory - hear all about its unique history, go behind-the-scenes in the greenhouses, meet a gardener, and even get a sneak peak of future flower shows before they make their public debut. Book your Group Tour today and give a gift of memories! https://comozooconservatory.org/como/group-tours/
With over 17,000 votes tallied, the winning name is…..well, you’ll just have to watch the video to find out! Don’t forget, today is Give to the Max Day, Minnesota’s biggest day of giving. Donations in any amount make a difference to support expert animal care, beautiful gardens, and free admission for all at Como Park Zoo and Conservatory. Your gifts today will be matched, up to $40,000. Visit https://bit.ly/GTMDComo to support Como. #GTMD23 Como Friends GiveMN.org
Help us decide our new baby giraffe's name!
This beautiful baby girl needs a name! Vote for your favorite here: https://comozooconservatory.org/giraffe-name-2023/ Voting will end on Monday, November 13th at 4:00pm Central Time. The winning name will be announced on Give to the Max Day, Thursday, November 16th.
And last, but certainly not least, here's Neil! Neil has called Como home since 2001 and has taken the title of oldest bear under human care at the age of 27! He is definitely a favorite of staff and visitors alike! While polar bears have the ability to live up to 30 years in the wild, climate change and the rapid loss of sea ice is making this much more difficult! Join us in celebrating #polarbearweek and head over to Polar Bears International page to see how you can help!
Next up, beautiful Nan! Our female polar bear joined our trio in 2021 and has been a wonderful addition. While watermelons are a sweet treat for a polar bear, their main diet in the wild consists of ringed and bearded seals. Polar bears catch these seals by waiting at their breathing holes on the sea ice. Unfortunately, the sea ice is rapidly melting and this is a primary threat to polar bears and their long-term survival. #polarbearweek is a fantastic time to learn what WE can do to help keep these beautiful animals around for generations to come! Head on over to Polar Bears International and see how easy it is to help.
We just can't get enough of Willow!
baby Willow first day exploring
Willow, Como’s baby Snow Leopard, made her public debut today, with mom, Alya, closely shadowing her. Although she’s blind, she’s very mobile and seems to love exploring! Read more about bringing up Willow here: https://comofriends.org/impact-and-news/2023/07/bringing-up-baby/ 📷: Educator Brigid
Our Queen of Chill, Chloe, turns 19 years young today! 🥳🎂 She is up on her beautifully decorated tree enjoying some birthday naps and snacks! Stop by Tropical Encounters and check her out!
Ostriches cooling off at Como Zoo in St. Paul
Ostriches Gouda & Brie know how to cool off on a hot day!
Como Zoo's polar bear's icy treat
Kulu the polar bear knows how to beat the heat! A fresh bucket of ice!
Sound check is done and we are ready for #GroovinInTheGarden with Red Eye Ruby 6-8. Pack a picnic and head over. We also are selling beer, wine, pop, ice cream, hotdogs. It’s a beautiful summer night!
It's move-in day for the flamingos!
Marjorie McNeely Conservatory changeover from Winter to Spring
The Marjorie McNeely Conservatory hosts 5 seasonal flower shows every year. How is that done you may ask? Very quickly. Thank you to all the fabulous volunteers and staff that turned the Winter Flower Show over to the Spring Flower Show! Starting April 1, we are open 10am-6pm, every day. No foolin’! #OnlyInMN #MYSAINTPAUL
Thank you volunteers for helping change over the Sunken Garden from the Winter Flower Show to the Spring Flower Show! Stop in this weekend for the opening and our "Hop Into Spring" event!
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