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Mill Mountain Zoo

Conservation | Education | Destination

conservation

Mill Mountain Zoo is a refuge to animals that are critically endangered, vulnerable, or otherwise non-releasable due to injury or captive birth. Not only do we protect and preserve the health and viability of these vulnerable animals in our guardianship. MMZoo is the region's leader in wildlife conservation. Additionally, we participate in research and species survival programs.

upcoming events

Oct
26
Zoo Boo
Annual Halloween Spooktacular Zoo Bash!
Oct
30
Spooky Scary Skeletons Walk on the Wild Side
Join us for our Spooky Scary Skeletons Walk on the Wild Side! Explore nocturnal creatures' skeletons, learn about their adaptations, and encounter live nocturnal ambassadors at Mill Mountain Zoo!
Nov
2
Zoo-ology Adventures Class at Lancerlot!
Join Zoo-ology Adventures at Lancerlot from 10a-1p! Kids ages 7-14 will enjoy live animal encounters, crafts, and fun activities. Drop off your young explorers for a wild, hands-on animal experience!

zoo News

The Latest News:
October 14, 2024

Zoo Boo is coming up soon! Did you know you can get a discounted price by getting your ticket before 10/24? Buy your tickets now! We also have event parking and shuttles at the Elmwood lot!

In The Media:
October 8, 2024
Mill Mountain Zoo previews October events

It’s another busy month for the Mill Mountain Zoo. Zoo educators Kiana Nowall and Katie Harlow joined 7@four to chat it up.

Press Release:
October 21, 2024
Presenting ZooBoo by Mill Mountain Zoo

Get ready for Mill Mountain Zoo’s most spook-tacular Halloween event of the year at ZooBoo on October 26, from 10 am to 4 pm. Sponsored by Valley Star Credit Union, this family-friendly extravaganza promises a day filled with wickedly good fun!

Blog:
October 1, 2024
Horror Icons And The Wildlife That Inspired Them

An ancient and anxious voice from the deepest recesses of your brain speaks to you as you walk through the woods: did you hear that? Nearly instantly, you can think of all the possible dangers that might be lurking in the dark: wolves, snakes, hostile members of our own species.

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