JOIN US FOR MIGHTY MONARCH DAY, SATURDAY, SEPT. 28, 10AM-3PM
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.
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PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Sunday, Sept. 15, 9:15-10am
LITTLE NATURE EXPLORERS: AUSTRALASIA & ASIA
This 5 week series allows children aged 2 to 5 and their guardians to make discoveries outdoors together. Each class includes nature-based, child-directed activities, singing, and a storybook.
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Wednesday, Sept. 18, 9:15-10am
LITTLE NATURE EXPLORERS: AUSTRALASIA & ASIA
This 5 week series allows children aged 2 to 5 and their guardians to make discoveries outdoors together. Each class includes nature-based, child-directed activities, singing, and a storybook.
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Sunday, Sept. 22, 9:15-10am
LITTLE NATURE EXPLORERS: AUSTRALASIA & ASIA
This 5 week series allows children aged 2 to 5 and their guardians to make discoveries outdoors together. Each class includes nature-based, child-directed activities, singing, and a storybook.
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Wednesday, Sept. 25, 9:15-10am
LITTLE NATURE EXPLORERS: AUSTRALASIA & ASIA
This 5 week series allows children aged 2 to 5 and their guardians to make discoveries outdoors together. Each class includes nature-based, child-directed activities, singing, and a storybook.
LEARN MORE
Saturday, Sept. 28, 10am-3pm
MIGHTY MONARCH DAY
Come dressed in butterfly attire and accessories to “decorate” the zoo. We’re showcasing monarch butterflies all day! They’ve spent the summer in Delaware and are now fluttering to Mexico.
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Saturday, Oct. 5, 11am
FOLKTALE FUN FEATURING TAHIRA
Join us at the Brandywine Zoo for an exciting storytelling adventure with nationally acclaimed storyteller TAHIRA! In “Folktale Fun,” clever spiders, mischievous monkeys, and grinning buzzards come to life through engaging animal tales that perfectly complement the zoo setting.
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MIGHTY MONARCH DAY
SATURDAY, SEPT. 28, 10AM-3PM
Come dressed in butterfly attire and accessories to “decorate” the zoo. We’ll be showcasing monarch butterflies all day!
NEW ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS
ENGAGE WITH OUR RED PANDAS OR LEMURS
Gain fascinating insights and possibly participate in feeding sessions or training activities.