Programs
Our education programs are a great way for children and adults to learn more about the animals in our care. Be sure to check out the cool offerings below.
Sensory Mornings
Sensory Mornings
Sensory Mornings
Sensory Mornings
This 45 minute program is designed to give people with sensory sensitivities a chance to come learn at the zoo without being overstimulated. Stations will be set up around the zoo with live animals, biofacts, photos, and other tactile manipulatives to help individuals utilize a different sensory motor approach at each station. This program is geared towards students of all ages and functioning levels.
Pricing:
$12 per child
$15 per adult
Register online!
This 45 minute program is designed to give people with sensory sensitivities a chance to come learn at the zoo without being overstimulated. Stations will be set up around the zoo with live animals, biofacts, photos, and other tactile manipulatives to help individuals utilize a different sensory motor approach at each station. This program is geared towards students of all ages and functioning levels.
Pricing:
$12 per child
$15 per adult
Register online!
This 45 minute program is designed to give people with sensory sensitivities a chance to come learn at the zoo without being overstimulated. Stations will be set up around the zoo with live animals, biofacts, photos, and other tactile manipulatives to help individuals utilize a different sensory motor approach at each station. This program is geared towards students of all ages and functioning levels.
Pricing:
$12 per child
$15 per adult
Register online!
This 45 minute program is designed to give people with sensory sensitivities a chance to come learn at the zoo without being overstimulated. Stations will be set up around the zoo with live animals, biofacts, photos, and other tactile manipulatives to help individuals utilize a different sensory motor approach at each station. This program is geared towards students of all ages and functioning levels.
Pricing:
$12 per child
$15 per adult
Register online!
Zoosday's at the Library!
Zoosday's at the Library!
Zoosday's at the Library!
Zoosday's at the Library!
Embark on an exciting journey into the wild world of Mill Mountain Zoo right at your local Roanoke public libraries! Get ready to delve into the fascinating lives of some of our planet's most extraordinary creatures. From the majestic snow leopards to the playful otters, every animal has a story to tell and secrets to unveil.
Join us for interactive sessions where you'll discover the unique behaviors, habitats, and conservation efforts dedicated to these incredible animals. Through engaging presentations, hands-on activities, and captivating stories, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the importance of wildlife preservation and the role each of us plays in protecting our natural world.
Whether you're a curious child eager to learn about the animal kingdom or an adult nature enthusiast seeking to expand your knowledge, there's something for everyone at Mill Mountain Zoo's educational sessions. So, mark your calendars and prepare to be amazed as we embark on this unforgettable adventure together!
Embark on an exciting journey into the wild world of Mill Mountain Zoo right at your local Roanoke public libraries! Get ready to delve into the fascinating lives of some of our planet's most extraordinary creatures. From the majestic snow leopards to the playful otters, every animal has a story to tell and secrets to unveil.
Join us for interactive sessions where you'll discover the unique behaviors, habitats, and conservation efforts dedicated to these incredible animals. Through engaging presentations, hands-on activities, and captivating stories, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the importance of wildlife preservation and the role each of us plays in protecting our natural world.
Whether you're a curious child eager to learn about the animal kingdom or an adult nature enthusiast seeking to expand your knowledge, there's something for everyone at Mill Mountain Zoo's educational sessions. So, mark your calendars and prepare to be amazed as we embark on this unforgettable adventure together!
Embark on an exciting journey into the wild world of Mill Mountain Zoo right at your local Roanoke public libraries! Get ready to delve into the fascinating lives of some of our planet's most extraordinary creatures. From the majestic snow leopards to the playful otters, every animal has a story to tell and secrets to unveil.
Join us for interactive sessions where you'll discover the unique behaviors, habitats, and conservation efforts dedicated to these incredible animals. Through engaging presentations, hands-on activities, and captivating stories, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the importance of wildlife preservation and the role each of us plays in protecting our natural world.
Whether you're a curious child eager to learn about the animal kingdom or an adult nature enthusiast seeking to expand your knowledge, there's something for everyone at Mill Mountain Zoo's educational sessions. So, mark your calendars and prepare to be amazed as we embark on this unforgettable adventure together!
Embark on an exciting journey into the wild world of Mill Mountain Zoo right at your local Roanoke public libraries! Get ready to delve into the fascinating lives of some of our planet's most extraordinary creatures. From the majestic snow leopards to the playful otters, every animal has a story to tell and secrets to unveil.
Join us for interactive sessions where you'll discover the unique behaviors, habitats, and conservation efforts dedicated to these incredible animals. Through engaging presentations, hands-on activities, and captivating stories, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the importance of wildlife preservation and the role each of us plays in protecting our natural world.
Whether you're a curious child eager to learn about the animal kingdom or an adult nature enthusiast seeking to expand your knowledge, there's something for everyone at Mill Mountain Zoo's educational sessions. So, mark your calendars and prepare to be amazed as we embark on this unforgettable adventure together!
Breakfast with the Animals
Breakfast with the Animals
Breakfast with the Animals
Breakfast with the Animals
From 8:30 AM until 10:30 AM
From 8:30 AM until 10:30 AM
From 8:30 AM until 10:30 AM
From 8:30 AM until 10:30 AM
Join us at the Mill Mountain Zoo for a unique opportunity to have breakfast with the animals! Guests will be treated to a light breakfast buffet while they meet some of our educational animal ambassadors. Breakfast will be immediately followed by a walk around the zoo to gain knowledge about featured animal residents through chats with our educators. Following the chats, guests will have the opportunity to participate in crafts designed to further foster excitement and knowledge about the featured animals!
Pricing
$30/non-member adult
$25/member adult
$25/non-member child
$20/member child
$90/non-member family of 4
$80/member family of 4
All guests must be pre-registered!
Join us at the Mill Mountain Zoo for a unique opportunity to have breakfast with the animals! Guests will be treated to a light breakfast buffet while they meet some of our educational animal ambassadors. Breakfast will be immediately followed by a walk around the zoo to gain knowledge about featured animal residents through chats with our educators. Following the chats, guests will have the opportunity to participate in crafts designed to further foster excitement and knowledge about the featured animals!
Pricing
$30/non-member adult
$25/member adult
$25/non-member child
$20/member child
$90/non-member family of 4
$80/member family of 4
All guests must be pre-registered!
Join us at the Mill Mountain Zoo for a unique opportunity to have breakfast with the animals! Guests will be treated to a light breakfast buffet while they meet some of our educational animal ambassadors. Breakfast will be immediately followed by a walk around the zoo to gain knowledge about featured animal residents through chats with our educators. Following the chats, guests will have the opportunity to participate in crafts designed to further foster excitement and knowledge about the featured animals!
Pricing
$30/non-member adult
$25/member adult
$25/non-member child
$20/member child
$90/non-member family of 4
$80/member family of 4
All guests must be pre-registered!
Join us at the Mill Mountain Zoo for a unique opportunity to have breakfast with the animals! Guests will be treated to a light breakfast buffet while they meet some of our educational animal ambassadors. Breakfast will be immediately followed by a walk around the zoo to gain knowledge about featured animal residents through chats with our educators. Following the chats, guests will have the opportunity to participate in crafts designed to further foster excitement and knowledge about the featured animals!
Pricing
$30/non-member adult
$25/member adult
$25/non-member child
$20/member child
$90/non-member family of 4
$80/member family of 4
All guests must be pre-registered!
Take a Walk on the Wild Side
Take a Walk on the Wild Side
Take a Walk on the Wild Side
Take a Walk on the Wild Side
Throughout the year, we will be offering different topics including birds, reptiles and amphibians, mammals, nocturnals, and plants and pollinators.
Throughout the year, we will be offering different topics including birds, reptiles and amphibians, mammals, nocturnals, and plants and pollinators.
Throughout the year, we will be offering different topics including birds, reptiles and amphibians, mammals, nocturnals, and plants and pollinators.
Throughout the year, we will be offering different topics including birds, reptiles and amphibians, mammals, nocturnals, and plants and pollinators.
Join us for different sessions focusing on various types of wildlife, each promising a unique and unforgettable experience! Whether you're a nature enthusiast or simply curious about the creatures that call Mill Mountain home, Walk on the Wild Side is the perfect opportunity to connect with the wonders of the natural world in a fun and engaging way!
This class will involve hiking! Please dress and pack accordingly! (CLOSE-toed shoes, water, sunscreen) Anyone 16 years old and below Must be accompanied by an adult! Please register for the class online before showing up!
Pricing:
$20 for adults
$18 for member adults
$18 for children
$16 for member children
Join us for different sessions focusing on various types of wildlife, each promising a unique and unforgettable experience! Whether you're a nature enthusiast or simply curious about the creatures that call Mill Mountain home, Walk on the Wild Side is the perfect opportunity to connect with the wonders of the natural world in a fun and engaging way!
This class will involve hiking! Please dress and pack accordingly! (CLOSE-toed shoes, water, sunscreen) Anyone 16 years old and below Must be accompanied by an adult! Please register for the class online before showing up!
Pricing:
$20 for adults
$18 for member adults
$18 for children
$16 for member children
Join us for different sessions focusing on various types of wildlife, each promising a unique and unforgettable experience! Whether you're a nature enthusiast or simply curious about the creatures that call Mill Mountain home, Walk on the Wild Side is the perfect opportunity to connect with the wonders of the natural world in a fun and engaging way!
This class will involve hiking! Please dress and pack accordingly! (CLOSE-toed shoes, water, sunscreen) Anyone 16 years old and below Must be accompanied by an adult! Please register for the class online before showing up!
Pricing:
$20 for adults
$18 for member adults
$18 for children
$16 for member children
Join us for different sessions focusing on various types of wildlife, each promising a unique and unforgettable experience! Whether you're a nature enthusiast or simply curious about the creatures that call Mill Mountain home, Walk on the Wild Side is the perfect opportunity to connect with the wonders of the natural world in a fun and engaging way!
This class will involve hiking! Please dress and pack accordingly! (CLOSE-toed shoes, water, sunscreen) Anyone 16 years old and below Must be accompanied by an adult! Please register for the class online before showing up!
Pricing:
$20 for adults
$18 for member adults
$18 for children
$16 for member children
Guided Tours
Guided Tours
Guided Tours
Guided Tours
Mill Mountain Zoo also offers two themed guided tours for small groups of elementary and middle school students, although these can be modified for older students.
General Tour Information:
- Tours are approximately 45 minutes.
- Due to an inability to lead large groups through the zoo on a tour, groups participating in tour are limited to 16 students.
- Larger groups may be accommodated by breaking classes into smaller groups and doing 2-3 back to back tours.
- DO NOT schedule preschool classes for these tours.
The Habitat, Animal Needs and Adaptations Tour is for grades K-6 and covers the following SOL’s:
- Science: K6a, 1.1a, 1.5, 2.1a, 2.5, 2.7, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 4.5 a + f, 5.5, 6.7
- English: K2, K13, 1.2, 1.3, 2.2, 3.1, 4.1, 5.1, 5.2, 6.2
The Threatened and Endangered Species Tour is for grades 3-6 and covers the following SOL’s:
- Science: 3.1, 3.4, 3.6, 3.10, 4.1, 4.4, 4.5, 4.9, 5.1, 5.5, 6.1, 6.7, 6.9
- English: 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 4.1, 4.2, 4.4, 4.5, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.5, 6.6
The Threatened and Endangered Species Tour also has a Post-Visit Packet that teachers can use in the classroom after their visit.
To schedule, download the Tour Reservation Form and fax or email it to education@mmzoo.org or 540-343-8111. Please call or email Bambi Godkin with any additional questions at (540) 343-3241 ext. 23 or education@mmzoo.org. Once a tour has been scheduled and confirmed, you will received this helpful guide for preparing for your field trip.
Mill Mountain Zoo also offers two themed guided tours for small groups of elementary and middle school students, although these can be modified for older students.
General Tour Information:
- Tours are approximately 45 minutes.
- Due to an inability to lead large groups through the zoo on a tour, groups participating in tour are limited to 16 students.
- Larger groups may be accommodated by breaking classes into smaller groups and doing 2-3 back to back tours.
- DO NOT schedule preschool classes for these tours.
The Habitat, Animal Needs and Adaptations Tour is for grades K-6 and covers the following SOL’s:
- Science: K6a, 1.1a, 1.5, 2.1a, 2.5, 2.7, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 4.5 a + f, 5.5, 6.7
- English: K2, K13, 1.2, 1.3, 2.2, 3.1, 4.1, 5.1, 5.2, 6.2
The Threatened and Endangered Species Tour is for grades 3-6 and covers the following SOL’s:
- Science: 3.1, 3.4, 3.6, 3.10, 4.1, 4.4, 4.5, 4.9, 5.1, 5.5, 6.1, 6.7, 6.9
- English: 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 4.1, 4.2, 4.4, 4.5, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.5, 6.6
The Threatened and Endangered Species Tour also has a Post-Visit Packet that teachers can use in the classroom after their visit.
To schedule, download the Tour Reservation Form and fax or email it to education@mmzoo.org or 540-343-8111. Please call or email Bambi Godkin with any additional questions at (540) 343-3241 ext. 23 or education@mmzoo.org. Once a tour has been scheduled and confirmed, you will received this helpful guide for preparing for your field trip.
Mill Mountain Zoo also offers two themed guided tours for small groups of elementary and middle school students, although these can be modified for older students.
General Tour Information:
- Tours are approximately 45 minutes.
- Due to an inability to lead large groups through the zoo on a tour, groups participating in tour are limited to 16 students.
- Larger groups may be accommodated by breaking classes into smaller groups and doing 2-3 back to back tours.
- DO NOT schedule preschool classes for these tours.
The Habitat, Animal Needs and Adaptations Tour is for grades K-6 and covers the following SOL’s:
- Science: K6a, 1.1a, 1.5, 2.1a, 2.5, 2.7, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 4.5 a + f, 5.5, 6.7
- English: K2, K13, 1.2, 1.3, 2.2, 3.1, 4.1, 5.1, 5.2, 6.2
The Threatened and Endangered Species Tour is for grades 3-6 and covers the following SOL’s:
- Science: 3.1, 3.4, 3.6, 3.10, 4.1, 4.4, 4.5, 4.9, 5.1, 5.5, 6.1, 6.7, 6.9
- English: 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 4.1, 4.2, 4.4, 4.5, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.5, 6.6
The Threatened and Endangered Species Tour also has a Post-Visit Packet that teachers can use in the classroom after their visit.
To schedule, download the Tour Reservation Form and fax or email it to education@mmzoo.org or 540-343-8111. Please call or email Bambi Godkin with any additional questions at (540) 343-3241 ext. 23 or education@mmzoo.org. Once a tour has been scheduled and confirmed, you will received this helpful guide for preparing for your field trip.
Mill Mountain Zoo also offers two themed guided tours for small groups of elementary and middle school students, although these can be modified for older students.
General Tour Information:
- Tours are approximately 45 minutes.
- Due to an inability to lead large groups through the zoo on a tour, groups participating in tour are limited to 16 students.
- Larger groups may be accommodated by breaking classes into smaller groups and doing 2-3 back to back tours.
- DO NOT schedule preschool classes for these tours.
The Habitat, Animal Needs and Adaptations Tour is for grades K-6 and covers the following SOL’s:
- Science: K6a, 1.1a, 1.5, 2.1a, 2.5, 2.7, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 4.5 a + f, 5.5, 6.7
- English: K2, K13, 1.2, 1.3, 2.2, 3.1, 4.1, 5.1, 5.2, 6.2
The Threatened and Endangered Species Tour is for grades 3-6 and covers the following SOL’s:
- Science: 3.1, 3.4, 3.6, 3.10, 4.1, 4.4, 4.5, 4.9, 5.1, 5.5, 6.1, 6.7, 6.9
- English: 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 4.1, 4.2, 4.4, 4.5, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.5, 6.6
The Threatened and Endangered Species Tour also has a Post-Visit Packet that teachers can use in the classroom after their visit.
To schedule, download the Tour Reservation Form and fax or email it to education@mmzoo.org or 540-343-8111. Please call or email Bambi Godkin with any additional questions at (540) 343-3241 ext. 23 or education@mmzoo.org. Once a tour has been scheduled and confirmed, you will received this helpful guide for preparing for your field trip.
Program Info
Our education team has many different programs for you and your family or group. Check out our Events for upcoming programs at the Zoo.
For programs specific to schools, please look at the links for Field Trips or Outreach Programs.