Lords Park Zoo - Elgin, Illinois

Lords Park Zoo - Elgin, Illinois Friends of Lords Park Zoo is a non-profit which underwrites free educational programs in the Tefft Farm area of Lords Park.
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This page is operated by Friends of Lords Park Zoo, a non-profit group that raises funds for a viable and sustainable zoo for the public in Lords Park in Elgin, IL. FLPZ has partnerships with the city of Elgin, Elgin Public Museum, Gail Borden Library, Elgin Historical Society and other Elgin community groups committed to keeping the farm zoo open and expanding educational outreach. FLPZ appreciat

es donations in the form of volunteer time and monetary donations. If you would like to donate your time by becoming a volunteer greeter/counter or helping with special events, please contact Terry Gabel at [email protected]. FLPZ greatly appreciates any type of donation from the public to help maintain the zoo and keep the animals thriving.

06/21/2026

Events coming up next week in Tefft Farm:

Monday, 6/22 - Art For Children presented by Side Street Studio Arts. Bring your children to enjoy and participate in making art inspired by the animals and plants in Tefft Farm. Ages 4-7 12noon to 1pm.

Tuesday, 6/23 - Animal Superpowers presented by Elgin Public Museum's Adventures in the Zoo. An all-ages walk-up program from 11am to 12:30pm.

Saturday, 6/27 Elgin Public Museum is partnering with Anderson Humane to bring a Surprise Animal Ambassador to our upcoming event!
Come hear about Anderson’s amazing rescue mission and meet a special animal who found a second chance at life. 12:30 to 1:30pm.

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06/17/2026

Postponed: Due to expected bad weather, the Jazz Concert scheduled for Sunday, June 21, will be rescheduled. A new date will be announced soon—check back here for updates!

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06/15/2026

In celebration of Juneteenth, come see the Poster Display of Noteworthy Black Elginites.
Special thanks to the Elgin Historical Society for their extensive research and historical contributions to this display.
Today, Monday June 15 through Sunday, June 21.

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06/15/2026

Elgin History Museum presents Old Fashioned Fun & Games in Lords Park Zoo - Elgin, Illinois/ Tefft Farm TODAY, Monday June 15 at 1:00-3:00pm. Ages 3-8 years.

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Another GREAT day at the zoo!!!!!
06/13/2026

Another GREAT day at the zoo!!!!!

06/12/2026

Scales & Tales is coming to Lords Park Zoo on Saturday, June 13 at 12:30pm. Bring the family to this FREE event hosted by Elgin Public Museum and sponsored by the Friends of Lords Park Zoo! Bring blankets and chairs and claim your spot to see Xena the Sloth and other live animals!

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06/08/2026

TODAY'S CHAMBER MUSIC ON THE FOX CONCERT IS CANCELLED BECAUSE OF WEATHER!! WE WILL LET YOU KNOW WHEN IT IS RESCHEDULED.

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06/05/2026

Postponed: Old Fashioned Fun & Games is Moving to June 15th!
Mother Nature decided to throw a bit of a wet blanket on our outdoor plans today. Because we want everyone to enjoy Elgin History Museum's Old Fashioned Fun & Games program without getting soaked, the event has been rescheduled to Monday, June 15th at 1:00pm.

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06/02/2026

Here's what's happening in Lords Park Zoo/Tefft Farm this week...

On Tuesday, June 2 - Elgin Public Museum presents Adventures in the Zoo: Underwater Archaeology - Shipwrecks! 11am-12:30pm
This is a free drop-in program for all ages made possible by a generous grant from Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church.

On Friday, June 5 - EPM presents Nature In Your Neighborhood - Chipmunks! 11:30 to 12:30 Ages 3-7 yrs.
Program made possible by a generous grant from Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church.

Also on Friday, June 5 1 to 3pm Join the Elgin Historical Society’s staff and volunteers as they lead families in old fashioned lawn games. Children can make a toy to bring home. Ages 3-8 Yrs.
Program made possible by a generous grant from the Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church.

Saturday, June 6 Uncaged in the Zoo presents Chi-town Exotics
Get up close and personal with live animals! 12:30 to 1:30pm
All ages!

See you there!

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Hiawatha Drive
Elgin, IL
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