Zoo-Mann Museum

Our Department

The Montgomery Zoo was established in 1920 as part of Oak Park. It grew and thrived there until the 1960s. Eleven years later, the Zoo was re-established and moved to its current located in north Montgomery. In 1989, the Zoo underwent a major expansion encompassing over 48 acres and 700 different species of animals. In 1991, the Montgomery Zoo became an independent City department thus leaving the supervision of the Parks and Recreation Department. The Zoo reports directly to Mayor Bobby Bright. We are comprised of administrators, animal care specialists, conservation and preservation specialists, veterinarians and animal care technicians, education curators, trainers, museum staff and curators, merchandisers, concessions and catering staff, maintenance and operation engineers, customer service and volunteers. The Department and staff all work in one accord to maintain and accomplish the goals and the mission set forth by the Montgomery Zoo.

The mission of the Montgomery Zoo is to improve the future for wildlife by exhibiting animals and plants while providing education and conservation programs which encourage respect and stewardship of the natural world and a better understanding of our place within it.

Goals

• The Zoo will provide for the health and well-being of the animals in its care.
• The Zoo will be a leader and innovator in wildlife conservation.
• The Zoo will be an enjoyable year-around facility for all ages and incomes.
• The Zoo will have a high quality and diverse conservation/education program.
• The Zoo’s plant and animal collection will be available and utilized for study and research which creates better understanding of our natural environment.

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