LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (July 7, 2025) – Today, the Little Rock Zoo showcased the grand opening of two extraordinary exhibits: Isle of the Dragon: Komodo Exhibit and Hidden Corners of the World: Uncommon Creatures, just in time for Hiland Dairy Dollar Day…
LITTLE ROCK (June 26, 2025) – The Little Rock Zoo is sad to announce the passing of its youngest male orangutan, Kota, who passed earlier this week from encephalitis. The animal care staff observed Kota showing signs of lethargy. The Zoo…
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (June 24, 2025) — Today, City of Little Rock officials and Zoo representatives held a groundbreaking ceremony to introduce “Project Zoo: Wildly Reimagined.” A bold new construction project that reflects the Zoo’s passion for creating enriched environments for animals and…
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (May 28, 2025) -Join us Saturday, June 7, as we commemorate 100 years of wildlife and wonder with a full day of special activities, family fun, and community celebration from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. We will start…
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (May 28, 2025) —The Little Rock Zoo and Lion Legal announced they are proud to begin a new partnership in 2025. The two like-minded organizations made this announcement on Wednesday morning just in front of some of the Zoo’s…
LITTLE ROCK, ARK. (January 8, 2025) – The Little Rock Zoo’s administration decided to temporarily close the Zoo tomorrow, Thursday, January 9 to Saturday, January 11, 2025, due to forecasted inclement weather. Zoo staff will remain on hand to care for the animals…
Wednesday, Nov 06, 2024 Presented by Be Well Arkansas, GloWild Shines Again! LITTLE ROCK (November 6, 2024) – GloWILD opens tomorrow night for another season of illuminating fun. With over 45 nights of spectacular light displays, this event is a #OnceInALightTime…
Monday, Oct 28, 2024 LITTLE ROCK (October 28, 2024) – The Little Rock Zoo is sad to announce that Sophie the elephant has passed. She was placed to rest through humane euthanasia earlier this morning. The Zoo will be closed to…
Monday, Sep 09, 2024 MEDIA ADVISORY INTERVIEW/PHOTO OPPORTUNITY September 9, 2024 Who: Little Rock Zoo Director Susan Altrui, Mayor Frank Scott, Jr. Vice Mayor Kathy Webb, Former Chair of Friends of the Carousel David Martinous and Ashely Sides with the Arkansas…
Saturday, Sep 07, 2024 LITTLE ROCK (September 7, 2024) – A baby chimpanzee born August 23 at the Little Rock Zoo died earlier this morning. Initial necropsy results did not show a conclusive cause of death. The baby chimpanzee was born…
