Minnesota Zoo

Zoo in Apple Valley, MN

The Minnesota Zoo, is an AZA-accredited zoo in Apple Valley, Minnesota. It is one of two state-supported zoos in the United States, with the other being the North Carolina Zoo. When it opened on May 22, 1978 it was fairly revolutionary in its exhibit design. Wikipedia

Fast Facts

• Opened to the public in May 1978
• Located on 485 acres in Apple Valley, Minnesota
• Home to more than 4,500 animals and 505 species in award-winning exhibits
• Annual attendance of nearly 1.3 million