Animal Chronicles

Description

For a limited time only, explore the all-new Animal Chronicles, an immersive walking trail of more than a quarter mile, featuring 13 scenes of 68 animal eco-sculptures that showcase key achievements in the Bronx Zoo’s 125-year history of saving animal species and connecting visitors to wildlife.

Interactive Map

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Schedule

Daily through Labor Day

Admission

Included with admission.

Accessibility

  • Rough Terrain
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Animal Success Stories

Animal Chronicles reveals the role played by the Bronx Zoo in securing the future of myriad irreplaceable animal species.

Get hands-on

Our expert guides will share the historic animal stories with you, and you’ll have a chance to touch and feel the unique materials used to create the sculptures—and commemorate your visit with some awesome photo opportunities.

Saving Wildlife

Many of the real animals portrayed in the Animal Chronicles sculptures can be visited during your day at the zoo! Walk the trail to learn their conservation stories, and then find them in the park to see them in real life.

Celebrate 125 Years of the Bronx Zoo

On select weekends through September, join us for parades, performances, crafting, Wildlife Theater, and much more as we celebrate 125 years of historic Bronx Zoo milestones. Learn how throughout our history, the zoo has been an urban oasis, a place for New Yorkers and visitors from around the globe to escape the concrete jungle and experience the awe and beauty of animals and the natural world.

Learn More

Check out our interactive map!

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