Zoo New England (Franklin Park Zoo and Stone Zoo)

Zoo New England is the nonprofit that runs two Massachusetts zoos: Franklin Park Zoo in Boston and Stone Zoo in Stoneham. Visitors can see big cats, gorillas, alligators, birds and many other animals, and the organization offers memberships, group reservations, gift cards and Boston Family Days. Throughout the year the zoos host seasonal events such as Boston Lights and Jack-O’-Lantern Nights.

Education is a major part of the mission. Programs include school vacation week activities, school programs at the zoo and in classrooms, ZooCamp, scout programs, the Jr. Zookeeper Club at Stone Zoo and ZooTeen programs for teenagers. The organization also runs extensive conservation work, both in New England, with projects for Blanding’s turtles, wood turtles, New England cottontails, songbirds and native pollinators, and around the globe, including snow leopard and Cross River gorilla conservation.

What to Know

• Urban conservation projects include a Franklin Park Biodiversity Project and a Dark Sky Initiative.
• Supporters can join the Conservation Society or make donations.
• Venues at Franklin Park Zoo can be rented for parties and private events.
• Membership options include The Wild Things Membership.