Franklin Park Zoo

Franklin Park Zoo Contact information, map and directions, contact form, opening hours, services, ratings, photos, videos and announcements from Franklin Park Zoo, Zoo, 1 Franklin Park Road, Boston, MA.
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Our mission is to inspire people to protect and sustain the natural world for future generations by creating fun and engaging experiences that integrate wildlife and conservation programs, research, and education.

Gather your flock for a close encounter at Aussie Aviary. Our budgie habitat is open for the season! Purchase seeds at t...
06/07/2026

Gather your flock for a close encounter at Aussie Aviary. Our budgie habitat is open for the season! Purchase seeds at the habitat and see if they'll land on your hand for snack. 🦜

Reminder: Franklin Park Zoo is closed today as we prepare for our gala event, Zootopia.If you can't join us under the te...
06/06/2026

Reminder: Franklin Park Zoo is closed today as we prepare for our gala event, Zootopia.

If you can't join us under the tent, consider supporting us through our online auction. Bidding ends tonight ➤ zootopia.givesmart.com/

06/05/2026

Home stretch! 🐧 As you can hear, we're hard at work on the finishing touches for our newest habitat at Franklin Park Zoo. Assistant Curator Amanda takes us behind the scenes for one last progress report and yes, a sneak peek at the penguins! Penguin Coast opens next Thursday, June 11.

Well, look at who decided to come out and play! 🦘The littlest 'roo on the Outback Trail still spends plenty of time in m...
06/04/2026

Well, look at who decided to come out and play! 🦘

The littlest 'roo on the Outback Trail still spends plenty of time in mom's pouch, but if you're lucky, you'll get to see this western gray kangaroo joey hopping around with the rest of the mob.

Photos: Educator John Lambiase

Are you ready to meet these guys? 🐧 Penguin Coast opens next Thursday, June 11! After months of planning, construction w...
06/03/2026

Are you ready to meet these guys? 🐧 Penguin Coast opens next Thursday, June 11!

After months of planning, construction work and animal transports, we’re excited to introduce our growing colony of African penguins at Franklin Park Zoo. They’re getting settled behind the scenes right now, getting to know their care team and exploring the new spaces. Starting next Thursday, guests can hear them squawking, see them "flying" through the water and learn what makes these critically endangered birds so special.

Learn more about the new African Experience habitat and Penguin Coast ➤ https://zoonewengland.org/zoo-news/2026/june/african-experience-to-open-at-franklin-park-zoo-including-the-new-penguin-coast/

We are just days away from our glorious gala event at Franklin Park Zoo — Zootopia. Can't wait? The online auction is OP...
06/02/2026

We are just days away from our glorious gala event at Franklin Park Zoo — Zootopia.

Can't wait? The online auction is OPEN! Bid on wildly unique items like artwork created by zoo animals (think: penguin footprints!), vacation packages, behind-the-scenes experiences at the zoos, portrait sessions, jewelry and more. Get bidding and support our education, conservation and animal care programs ➤ zootopia.givesmart.com

NOTE: Franklin Park Zoo will be closed on Saturday, June 6, so we can prepare for this wild evening under the tent.

05/31/2026

Why did the turtle cross the road? 😃

Because it's nesting season!

Popping into your feed with your friendly annual reminder to be on the lookout for turtles this time of year. Thanks for your help keeping them out of danger! 🐢

Mental Health Awareness Month draws to a close this weekend. But for the passionate teams at Zoo New England, mental hea...
05/31/2026

Mental Health Awareness Month draws to a close this weekend. But for the passionate teams at Zoo New England, mental health mindfulness never ends.

The nature of our work—including caring for animals through all stages of their lives, conserving wildlife in ever-changing ecosystems, and working outside in all kinds of weather to maintain our zoos and habitats—it can take a toll on one's mental and emotional wellbeing. Burnout is not uncommon in our field of work.

At Zoo New England, we’re fortunate to have the CARE Committee. The CARE (Community Advocacy for Resilience and Empathy) Committee was formed by ZNE staff members to provide fellow staff resources about mental health issues, host classes, and sometimes boost our spirits. For Mental Health Awareness Month, the Committee organized a Mental Health Bingo challenge to encourage mindfulness and mental health breaks. Squares like "Get 10 minutes of sunlight” and “Spend 5 minutes with your favorite animal” and “Stretch for 5 minutes” really got the team at our sister zoo, Stone Zoo, out of their routines and taking care of their minds, bodies, and spirits. The results may just boost your spirits too!

Cuddle up, everyone. It's another rainy day.But the sun'll come out tomorrow! Bet your prairie dog puddle that tomorrow,...
05/30/2026

Cuddle up, everyone. It's another rainy day.

But the sun'll come out tomorrow! Bet your prairie dog puddle that tomorrow, there'll be sun. ☀️

Look up — there's a new furry face at Franklin Park Zoo. Meet Raji! 🧡A new female red panda has been settling into the n...
05/29/2026

Look up — there's a new furry face at Franklin Park Zoo. Meet Raji! 🧡

A new female red panda has been settling into the newly expanded habitat at Franklin Park Zoo. She moved here on a breeding recommendation to be with Gimli. Our fire fox fella will be at Stone Zoo for a little while longer while Raji is getting comfortable.

According to her care team, Raji loves to climb. So if you can't see her right away, be sure to spend some time looking up. You're likely to find her high up in the trees.

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1 Franklin Park Road
Boston, MA
02121

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 9am - 6pm

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