Join us for
Spring Native Plant Sale
Saturday, May 23, Sunday, May 24 & Monday, May 25, 10am-2pm
Welcome to the
Brandywine Zoo!
The Brandywine Zoo is less than five acres and 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.
Brandywine Zoo Online Auction
Extended thru Friday, May 15, 9pm
The Delaware Zoological Society is holding an Online Auction to raise money for the Brandywine Zoo. The slide show shows just a few of the auction items.
EXCITING NEWS!
The multi-species habitat construction is underway!
We’ve got some exciting construction happening—so we’re launching Behind the Build, your weekly peek into the progress and how our animals are doing along the way.
Upcoming
Programs & Events
Little Nature Explorers
Wednesdays: May 13, 20 & 27, 9:15-10am
Do you and your child love playing outdoors? This multi-week series allows children aged 2 to 5 and their guardians to make discoveries outdoors together. Each 45-minute class includes nature-based, child-directed activities, singing, and a storybook. Each week will learn about a different animal at the Zoo. Sign up for Wednesday classes. Sunday classes are full.
Monarch Larva Monitoring Project Workshop
Monarch butterfly populations are declining. Native milkweed is essential to their survival. If you have it at home, work, school, or somewhere else you can access, this citizen science project is just for you!
You will learn monarch biology, practice checking milkweed, receive resources to help expand habitat, meet like-minded people and have fun!
Questions? Email [email protected]
Spring Native Plant Sale
Saturday, May 23, Sunday, May 24 & Monday, May 25, 10am-2pm
Stop by to purchase a six pack of plants native to this area and great for pollinators. Not only are there flowers to provide nectar and pollen, but this year a type of sedge is included too. It is a host plant for grass skippers, a group of small butterflies.
Members Only Event
Thursday, June 11, 5-7pm
Sip & Stroll
Thursday, June 18, 5-7:30pm
Family Fun Night
Thursday, July 16, 5-7pm
Special evening hours with a reduced admission fee of $2. Enjoy $1 hot dogs and $1 soft drinks.
Library passes, guest passes, or any other promotion will not be accepted.
Animal Encounters
Encounter your favorite animals like never before.
Led by our dedicated zookeepers, you will gain fascinating insights on our zoo residents and possibly participate in feeding sessions or training activities. These special, up-close encounters serve as essential forms of animal enrichment; just like when working with the keepers, the animals have the choice to participate in feeding and training opportunities.
Our Zoo Re-imagined
Imagine this… a new look—new habitats—new guest experiences
For more than 120 years, the Brandywine Zoo has been a landmark in Wilmington and a beloved destination for generations of Delawareans. This jewel is undergoing significant changes chartered by the Zoo’s Master Plan that re-imagines the Zoo with a balanced project approach between infrastructure, guest services, and modern animal habitats.
Support the Annual Fund
We greatly appreciate your support. The Delaware Zoological Society (DZS) is the nonprofit partner for the Brandywine Zoo. In addition to supporting our education and conservation mission, contributions to DZS are used to improve facilities for the zoo animals.
Click on the secure donation button below to make your contribution to The Annual Fund. Your contribution is tax-deductible.
