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Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo

1875 Noble Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06610

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About

Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, set within Beardsley Park in Bridgeport, is the state's only zoo and is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). The zoo maintains animals from a range of habitats with a focus on connecting visitors to the natural world and fostering environmental awareness. Daily animal programs and keeper talks provide opportunities to learn directly from the zoo's care staff. The institution offers educational programs for school groups and families alongside its regular visitor experience.

Subject Areas

🐾 Animals & Wildlife🌿 Nature & Environment🔬 Science

Best For

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All Ages👨‍👩‍👧 Families👶 Early Childhood (0–5)🎒 Elementary (6–10)

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Hours of Operation

Mon9 AM – 4 PM

Tue9 AM – 4 PM

Wed9 AM – 4 PM

Thu9 AM – 4 PM

Fri9 AM – 4 PM

Sat9 AM – 4 PM

Sun9 AM – 4 PM

Open daily. Last tickets sold at 3 PM.

Hours change seasonally — verify before visiting.

Admission

Paid admission

General admission required. Member, youth, and senior discounts available.

✓ Membership available

AZA

AZA Reciprocity Program

Some AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums offer reciprocal admission benefits to members of other participating institutions. Participation varies by institution.

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