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A Bundle of New Arrivals
Lincoln Park Zoo is a magical place—an urban oasis full of life. This year, the zoo celebrated arrivals of all shapes, sizes, and colors. Meet the zoo’s newest additions, from small to big,
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Animal arrivals, holiday happenings, species-saving science, and more

A Space for Lions, A Gift for Chicago ›
I am proud to share today that Lincoln Park Zoo has received a very generous gift that allows us to head into the final phases of this ambitious campaign. Thanks to a $15 million contribution from
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Tips for the Best ZooLights Experience ›
‘Tis the season! Now in its 25th year, ZooLights Presented by ComEd and Invesco QQQ has returned to Lincoln Park Zoo. This one-of-a-kind experience features luminous displays, fun seasonal
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Seeds of Life ›
Hydrangeas and other flowering plants provide animals with shelter during the colder months— if they aren’t cut back before winter.
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This Week at the Zoo: December 2-8 ›
Planning a visit to Lincoln Park Zoo? Check out what’s happening at the zoo this week below to help plan your ‘to-zoo’ list:
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Let's Talk Turkey ›
But let’s ditch the dinner plate and skip to the meat of the matter: Why talk turkey?
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Thirty and Thriving ›
Lincoln Park Zoo’s Conservation & Science department began in 1989 with only a single scientist, but has become one of the largest zoo-based science programs in the country.
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There's 'Snow' Place like Lincoln Park Zoo ›
It’s almost the most wonderful time of the year! During the holidays, Lincoln Park Zoo is transformed into a winter wonderland, celebrating seasonal joy under the glow of 2.5 million lights. From
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A Bundle of New Arrivals ›
Lincoln Park Zoo is a magical place—an urban oasis full of life. This year, the zoo celebrated arrivals of all shapes, sizes, and colors. Meet the zoo’s newest additions, from small to big,
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