MADISON, Wis. -- Henry Vilas Zoo is set to host its first Sustainability Safari next week. The safari will take place at the zoo on Wednesday, May 28 from 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. the zoo is partnering ...

Henry Vilas Zoo will host an interactive event aimed at promoting environmental awareness and sustainable practices, in partnership with the Dane County Youth Governance Program (YGP) and the Dane ...

Madison’s Henry Vilas Zoo is a free-to-enter gem covering 28 acres with over 650 animals. Special attractions include polar bears, Arctic foxes, and a diverse aviary.

Wisconsin: Henry Vilas Zoo, Madison When the Vilas family donated the land for the zoo as a gift to the city of Madison, they had one request—that it never charge admission in memory of their son.

1.4 Current study Understanding rates and types of animal loss, burnout, and mental health among zoo professionals and volunteers can help guide the zoo industry in efforts to better support and care ...

Madison’s Henry Vilas Zoo renewed its accreditation with the Association of Zoos and Aquariums on Sept. 6. According to the AZA’s website, less than 10% of about 2,800 wildlife exhibitors are ...

Borealis, the male polar bear, will be moving to another zoo on a breeding recommendation, staff announced Friday. "Bo," as he is nicknamed, came to Madison in 2020 when he was about two years old.

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The Henry Vilas Zoo is planning construction of a new giraffe habitat. The NEW Zoo completed a 3,640 square-foot addition to its own giraffe habitat earlier this year.

MADISON, Wis. -- The Henry Vilas Zoo announced the birth of their newest member Friday morning, a baby Geoffrey's marmoset.

On select holidays, the zoo closes early, at 12pm. The zoo hosts a variety of special events throughout the year, including a zoo run, an evening safari, and a holiday light festival. Keepers at Henry ...