Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo
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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.
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Hours of Operation
Open daily. Last tickets sold at 3 PM.
Hours change seasonally — verify before visiting.
Admission
Paid admissionGeneral admission required. Member, youth, and senior discounts available.
✓ Membership available
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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