LITTLE ROCK (July 14, 2026)— Thanks to the generous support of Hiland Dairy Foods, one of our favorite annual traditions is back! Hiland Dollar Day makes it possible for families throughout our community to experience the Little Rock Zoo for just…
LITTLE ROCK (July 8, 2026)— Conservation doesn’t only happen in remote rainforests or distant field stations—it happens through coordinated action, long-term partnerships, and organizations working together across the globe to protect species before they disappear. At the Little Rock Zoo, that work is…
LITTLE ROCK (July 6, 2026)— If you’ve been following Alice’s journey, we’re happy to share a positive update. Alice, one of the Little Rock Zoo’s female gorillas who experienced some health challenges in late 2025, continues to make steady progress with the support of her…
LITTLE ROCK (July 1, 2026)— At the Little Rock Zoo, we’re proud to be more than just a place to see animals and connect with nature. For more than 100 years, the Zoo has served Arkansas by inspiring people to value and conserve…
LITTLE ROCK (April 6, 2026) –If you’ve visited the Nature Playground near the front of the Zoo recently, you may have noticed a new structure along with the Bugtopia bugs. While it may seem unfinished now, it’s quietly preparing to…
LITTLE ROCK (April 2, 2026) – Project Zoo: Wildly Reimagined the Little Rock Zoo’s latest construction project is designed to reshape the Zoo experience from the moment guests arrive, creating stronger connections between nature and our community through immersive, engaging…
LITTLE ROCK (March 31, 2026)— Exciting changes are underway in the Cheetah Outpost! This spring, we’ll bid farewell to our two male brothers, Padfoot and Prongs, while welcoming four new young males to the habitat. These carefully planned transitions are part…
LITTLE ROCK (March 30, 2026)— This spring, the Little Rock Zoo will say goodbye to two familiar members of our chimpanzee troop—Mtoto and Kendi—as they move to another AZA accredited facility. Kendi, was born here at the Zoo, while Mtoto has…
LITTLE ROCK (March 5, 2026) – There’s nothing better than seeing progress in person—and this week, Zoo staff had the opportunity to walk through the construction site alongside the animal care teams who will one day call these spaces home.…
LITTLE ROCK (March 4, 2026) – Make the most of Spring Break with a visit to the Little Rock Zoo! We’ve packed the week with extra fun and special activities for the whole family. Join Us for the Debut of Bugtopia:…
