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

John Ball Zoo

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Located in Grand Rapids, Michigan
A non-profit organization dedicated to saving
Wildlife and Wild Places🐾🌳
(21919)

John Ball Zoo is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation committed to the advancement of public education on the need for wildlife conservation and preservation. John Ball Zoo has over 2,000 animals including lions, tigers, chimpanzees, and red pandas, indoor and outdoor exhibits, an aquarium, interactive experiences, and so much more.

11/10/2026

We've got 100,000 reasons to celebrate! 🥳

Our Instagram family recently hit 100,000 followers, and we couldn't be more excited! Thank you for following along, showing our animals so much love, and being part of the fun. 🧡

11/09/2026

Oh, how our Juniper has grown! 🥹

From a tiny, fluffy cub to the beautiful young cat she is today, it's been a joy watching Junie grow up. Now that she's old enough to leave mom and venture out on her own, this winter she'll be moving to another AZA-accredited facility as part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums' Species Survival Plan (SSP), a collaborative effort that helps ensure a healthy, genetically diverse population of snow leopards for future generations.

While we'll certainly miss having her here, we're so proud that Juniper will play an important role in the future of her species, and we know she'll capture the hearts of her new care team and visitors just as she has ours. 💙

Now is the perfect time to stop by and see Juniper before the season ends on November 22. Be sure to visit and wish her well on her next adventure! 👋

11/06/2026

Pumpkin spice and everything panda 🎃🐾

11/05/2026

A little love, a few stitches, and a whole lot of heart 🧡

Our staff once again came together to add stitches and patches to stuffed animals, creating special buddies that celebrate resilience and remind children that every scar has a story. We're so happy to see these "Scar Buddies" find loving homes with the children at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital. 🦥

11/04/2026

THANK YOU, KENT COUNTY! Thank you for recognizing the value of the Grand Rapids Public Museum and John Ball Zoo. This vote shows how much residents value having community spaces where families, students, and neighbors learn, connect, and make memories right here in their own backyard.

We are honored to serve this community and grateful for the trust Kent County voters have placed in us. This renewal helps us keep delivering educational programs, community benefits, and meaningful experiences for Kent County residents.

11/03/2026

Today's the day!

If you haven't voted yet, make your plan to get to the polls and cast your ballot before they close.

Help continue support for educational experiences, animal care and the preservation of irreplaceable cultural treasures.

Before the polls close at 8 p.m., vote YES to RENEW the Zoo & Museum Millage!

11/02/2026

We had a vision. The goats had other plans. 🎃🐐😂

11/01/2026

We are so grateful for the support that continues to pour in from our education community for the Zoo & Museum Millage Renewal!

Eleven superintendents from school districts across Kent County have signed onto a letter endorsing the renewal, which supports educational opportunities for tens of thousands of students every year.

Educational benefits from the Zoo & Museum Millage include:

✅ FREE admission for all Kent County school groups at Zoo and Museum

✅ FREE Museum admission to ALL Kent County residents 17 and under

✅ Hands-on learning experiences that connect students with science, history, culture, conservation, wildlife, and STEAM concepts

✅ Access to the region’s premier planetarium and world-renowned traveling exhibits

Read the letter here: bit.ly/LetterofSupportforZooMuseumMillageSchoolLeaders

Remember you're not through till you vote to RENEW the Museum & Zoo on November 3!

10/31/2026

No tricks around here just lots and lots of pumpkin treats 🎃

A big thank you again to The Orchards at Red Barn for the amazing pumpkin donation! 🎃🧡

10/30/2026

Rae-lly getting into the Halloween spirit 👻🎃

Address

1300 Fulton Street West
Grand Rapids, MI
49504

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+16163364300

Website

https://jbzoo.org/

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