Chicago - Lincoln Park Zoo

 
Founded in 1868, Lincoln Park Zoo is one of the oldest in the country. Its numerous restored historical buildings house a diverse collection of animals ranging from naked mole rats to elephants. In total there are more than 1000 mammals, birds and reptiles from each of the earth's Four Corners. Visitors can walk on one of four different trails to wind through the 35-acre property.

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The zoo is involved in a number of conservation projects worldwide and it hosts a regular series of educational programs and workshops. The zoo is notable for its successful lowland gorilla project; over 40 have been born here since 1970.
Address: Lincoln Park Zoo, 2001 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614-4712, United States
Phone: 1 (312) 742-2000, Fax: 1 (312) 742-2137
Hours:
April 4 to May 28: 10am-5pm
May 29 to September 6: 10am-6pm; Sun: 10am-7pm; Sat: 10am-7pm
September 4 to October 31: 10am-5pm
November 1 to March 31: 10am-4:30pm
Parking: Pay
Disability Access: Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
Facilities: Gift shop, Restaurant or food service, Wheelchair loan or rental

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Brown bear enjoying the sun at the Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago.Brown bear enjoying the sun at the Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago.
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