Welcome to the Zoo!
As an accredited member of the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) the Great Plains Zoo & Delbridge Museum of Natural History in Sioux Falls, SD strives to fulfill four major objectives: Education, Conservation, Recreation and Discovery.
The Great Plains Zoo features over 850 animals from around the world. Our 45-acre park features animals in simulated natural habitats, such as the Asian Cat Habitat, Bear Canyon and our new African Savannah. Our popular Children’s Zoo gives visitors an up close and personal chance to interact with the animals.
The Delbridge Museum of Natural History features an impressive collection of mounted animals from five continents displayed in simulated natural environments.
News & Events
ZooBoo Volunteers Needed! | Posted: 09/02/10
ZooBoo is Oct. 22-24 and we need your help! Please call volunteer coordinator Heather West at 605.367.8313, ext. 22 or e-mail her at hwest@gpzoo.org for more information.
Help Name our Baby Giraffe! | Posted: 08/26/10
The Great Plains Zoo has a new baby giraffe and we need your help choosing a name!
Sign Up for Fall ZooClasses! | Posted: 08/24/10
Register now for Fall ZooClasses at the Great Plains Zoo & Delbridge Museum of Natural History. Learn what animals eat for snacks, why rhinos take a bath in mud, or how animals hide in the wild.
Sign Up Now: CLICK HERE!
