Timeline

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Where we were. Where we are now.

The Milwaukee County Zoo is considered among the finest Zoos in the country. It is situated on 200 wooded acres and is home to approximately 2500 animals, representing 300 species of mammals, birds, reptiles, fish and invertebrates.

The Zoo celebrated its 100th anniversary in 1992. In 1882 the Zoo began as a miniature mammal and bird display located in Milwaukee's Washington Park. In 1958 the Zoo moved to it's current location and has grown to house its collection of exotic and endangered animals.

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TIMELINE of EVENTS
(Click on a time period to learn more)

~ 1892-1927 ~
BUILDING THE WASHINGTON PARK ZOO

~ 1928-1946 ~
THE WASHINGTON PARK ZOO

~ 1947-1960 ~
BUILDING THE NEW MILWAUKEE COUNTY ZOO

~ 1961-1984 ~
THE NEW MILWAUKEE COUNTY ZOO
In addition to this historical timeline,
click here to learn more about the history of zoos and aquariums in America.