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Welcome to the Brandywine Zoo!
The Brandywine Zoo is located in Wilmington, Delaware, along the Brandywine River in beautiful Brandywine Park. The Zoo is open 10am to 4pm (last admission at 3:30pm).
The Brandywine Zoo is managed by the Delaware Division of Parks and Recreation with the support of the Delaware Zoological Society. The Brandywine Zoo is a member of the Association of Zoos & Aquariums and is one of over 240 accredited zoos and aquariums in North America, a distinction that marks its commitment to providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for the visitor, and a better future for all living things.
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PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Thursday, June 1, 10:30am
STORY TIME
Join us Thursdays as we read and learn about animals. Each week will be a different book, so come back each week to read them all! Story Time will take place outdoors in the Wildlife Amphitheater.
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Sunday, June 4, 9:15-10am
LITTLE NATURE EXPLORERS: SOUTH AMERICAN ANIMALS
2 to 5 year olds and their guardians can join us at our nature playground for this 5 week series about animals, adaptations, and nature play! Each 45-minute class includes nature-based, child-directed activities, singing, and a storybook.
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Wednesday, June 7, 9:15-10am
LITTLE NATURE EXPLORERS: SOUTH AMERICAN ANIMALS – SOLD OUT
2 to 5 year olds and their guardians can join us at our nature playground for this 5 week series about animals, adaptations, and nature play! Each 45-minute class includes nature-based, child-directed activities, singing, and a storybook.
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Friday, June 9, 5:30-8:30pm
BREW AT THE ZOO 21+
Visit the zoo after hours for this outdoor FUNdraiser event which includes a variety of beer, wine and spirit tastings from numerous vendors, light fare from local restaurants, and ice cream from Hy-Point. Plus live music by Spokey Speaky and animal encounters from Animal Behavior and Conservation Connections.
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Saturday, June 17, 9-10am
SENSORY HOUR
We are opening up the zoo an hour early for guests to enjoy a quieter time with low crowds. This is self-guided visit caters to guests with sensitivities, autism, disabilities and really anyone who could benefit from a quieter more inclusive experience.
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Thursday, June 22, 5-7pm
SIP & STROLL
Sip & Stroll through the zoo and enjoy a laid-back eve at our Thursday night happy hour series. Adult beverages will be available from Bellefonte Brewing and Dogfish Head, as well as wine, and food from local vendors, and ice cream from Hy-Point This family friendly event will have animal encounters, live music, and fun for all ages!
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