Does Henry Vilas Zoo have a sloth?

Henry Vilas Zoo now has its very own sloth exhibit, the Madison-area zoo announced Thursday. While the zoo had sloths previously, this is the first time they have their own digs. If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, you can find the Hoffman’s two-toed sloth in the main free flight area.

How much does it cost to go to the Henry Vilas Zoo?

Admission to the zoo is free. Rides on the zoo train & carousel are $3 apiece; tokens or punch cards can be purchased in the carousel building or the main gift shop.

How long is the Madison zoo open?

The zoo is open daily from 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Some indoor animal areas are closed due to COVID-19. For indoor animal spaces that are open, face masks are strongly encouraged for guests ages 5 and up. For more info about our COVID-19 precautions, please click here.

Why is the Madison zoo free?

Col. William and Anna Vilas donated a large piece of land to the Madison Park and Pleasure Drive Association in 1904, stipulating that it be “forever free” to the public, said Brent Walter, director of operations for Friends of the Zoo.

Does Madison have a zoo?

Welcome to Henry Vilas Zoo | Madison, Wisconsin.

How many animals are in the Henry Vilas Zoo?

650 animals
Learn more about the Zoo’s animals The Henry Vilas Zoo is home to over 650 animals from all over the world and features over 115 species, 20 of which are considered endangered and vulnerable. Explore some of the animals below.

How long does it take to walk through the Henry Vilas Zoo?

It typically takes between 30 minutes to one hour to get through the whole zoo.

Who owns Henry Vilas Zoo?

Dane County
Henry Vilas Zoo is a 28-acre (11 ha) public zoo in Madison, Wisconsin, United States, that is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Owned by Dane County, the zoo charges no admission or parking fees. It receives over 750,000 visitors annually.

How big is Henry Vilas Zoo?

11 ha
Henry Vilas Zoo/Area

Who owns the Henry Vilas Zoo?

Henry Vilas Zoo is a 28-acre (11 ha) public zoo in Madison, Wisconsin, United States, that is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Owned by Dane County, the zoo charges no admission or parking fees.

Does Henry Vilas Zoo have elephants?

No elephants. The zoo is small but wonderful.

Does Henry Vilas Zoo allow dogs?

Henry Vilas Zoo is accessible to guests with ADA-defined service animals, but for the safety of our zoo animals, the zoo doesn’t allow therapy animals or pets.