The Junior Museum & Zoo is a place where children and their adults come to explore, discover, create and play. Through hands-on science exhibits and a diverse community of live animals, we seek to inspire a child's curiosity and passion for science and nature.
The Zoo is home to more than 50 species of animals--about 200 specimens in all--many of which are brought into classrooms as part of the Junior Museum & Zoo's science outreach program with local schools. Some of the animals include bobcats, raccoons, jungle bats, hedgehogs, ferrets, snakes, fresh and salt water fish and invertebrates, an owl, and other birds.
We offer a menagerie of science programs for schools and community groups, as well as classes, summer camps and birthday parties for families.
Visit the Junior Museum & Zoo 1451 Middlefield Road Palo Alto, California 94301 Phone: 650-329-2111
Hours & Admission
April closures. See below for dates and details.
Closed Monday
Tuesday-Saturday 10:00 a.m.- 5p.m. Please note that we start putting the animals to bed at 4:30 PM
Sunday 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Admission Free. Donations accepted and appreciated. Groups of 10 or more: Please call 650-329-2111 to make a reservation.
The Museum & Zoo will be closed on Sat, July 4th. Please come visit us another time this summer.
Museum and Zoo Exhibits Peak inside our indoor exhibit hall and outdoor Zoo housing nearly 50 native and exotic animals! [more]
Educational Programs The Junior Museum & Zoo offers many hands-on science programs for schools supporting state content standards, as well as interpretive classes for families and community groups. [more]
Summer Camps Space is still available in our 2009 program. Sign up today! [more]
