Dakota Zoo

Dakota Zoo Visit www.dakotazoo.org for more information, or call us at (701) 223 7543. We hope to see you soon!
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The Dakota Zoo was founded in 1961 by Marc & Betty Christianson with the help of a host of dedicated volunteers. The Dakota Zoo opened its gates on June 3, 1961 on 15 acres of developed land, with 75 mammals and 23 birds, and 40,000 visitors passed through the gates that first year. Today, thanks to the continued support of members, visitors, donors and volunteers, the Dakota Zoo has grown to a 90

acre facility housing 600 animals, birds, reptiles and fish representing 125 species and visited by more than 150,000 people each year.

Happy Father’s Day to all the amazing dads out there—and to some of the dedicated dads in our zoo family! 🩵 🐧 Penguin da...
06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day to all the amazing dads out there—and to some of the dedicated dads in our zoo family! 🩵

🐧 Penguin dads are known for their incredible commitment, often helping incubate eggs and protect their chicks.

🐒 Siamang and spider monkey dads play an active role in raising young, carrying and caring for their offspring as they grow.

🦬 In many herd species, fathers help protect the group, using their size, strength, and vigilance to keep everyone safe.

Today we're celebrating the fathers, father figures, and caregivers—both human and animal—who help their families thrive. ❤️

Working on the grills early this morning for our ZooSnooze campers! See you at 8am for breakfast! 🥞 Breakfast from 8am t...
06/20/2026

Working on the grills early this morning for our ZooSnooze campers! See you at 8am for breakfast! 🥞

Breakfast from 8am to 10am with early entrance to the zoo.

Group photo from our cotton top tamarin troop! See you at the zoo soon! 🐵 Open daily 10am to 6pm. Open until 7pm on Wedn...
06/19/2026

Group photo from our cotton top tamarin troop! See you at the zoo soon! 🐵 Open daily 10am to 6pm. Open until 7pm on Wednesdays in June, July, and August. ☀️

📷 by Keeper Emily

Address

602 Riverside Park Road
Bismarck, ND
58504

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

Telephone

+17012237543

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