Find yourself an animal adventure at zoos, aquariums in Central Massachusetts

Southwick’s Zoo

2 Southwick Street Mendon, MA 01756 Toll-Free: 800-258-9182 Fax: 508-883-0242

Opening for the 2012 season on April 14th.

Southwick’s Zoo is situated within the historic Blackstone Valley. Surrounded by 300 shady acres and home to hundreds of animals representing many species, Southwick’s is more than a zoo, it’s an adventure for all ages! You can soar above Southwick’s Zoo on the Skyfari Sky Ride. Get up close with many of the animals in the petting zoo and Deer Forest. Southwick’s offers food venues, picnic grounds, shows, rides, a play park, the Purple Peacock Gift Shop and more. Visit Parakeet Landing a walk-thru Aviary or learn about different species of parrots at Bird Talk, an interactive show. Southwick’s Zoo also offers presentations at the Earth Discovery Center. The Woodlands Express takes you through the North American Wetlands Habitat. All new for 2012 is the Giraffe Habitat, Hyena Exhibit, Siamang Habitat and more!

Operating hours for Southwick’s Zoo are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., 7 days a week, mid –April to mid-October, with limited operations to Christmas.