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
Closed Monday
Tuesday-Saturday 10:00 a.m.- 5p.m.
Sunday 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Animals are put to bed at half an hour before closing.
Admission Free. Donations accepted and appreciated. Groups of 10 or more: Please call 650-329-2111 to make a reservation.
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]
Holiday Closures Please note the following dates for closures of the museum and zoo:
Nov. 26-27 Closed all day Dec. 24 Closing early at 1:00pm Dec. 25 Closed all day Dec. 31 Closing early at 1:00pm Jan. 1 Closed all day
