Ape-ril School Vacation Week-FPZ

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.: Arts & Crafts (Tropical Forest)

• Get hands on with gorilla-inspired crafts
• Have your face painted 
• Make your own gorilla bookmark
• Go on a gorilla-themed scavenger hunt
• Write a special note to our gorilla troop

9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.: Gorilla Chats

10:00 a.m.:

• Franklin Farm Chat
• Historic Follies & Native Gardens Tour

10:30 a.m.: Gorilla Bingo (Tropical Forest Classroom, near the front entrance)

11:00 a.m.: Lion Chat

1:00 p.m.: Andean Condor Chat

1:30 p.m.: Giraffe Chat

2:00 p.m.: Gorilla Chat and Forage Feed

2:30 p.m.: Tapir Chat 

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9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.: Arts & Crafts Station (Gorilla Grove or indoor Tropical Forest if rain)

• Get hands on with gorilla-inspired crafts 
• Snap a photo with our life-size gorilla cutout
• Go on a fun gorilla-themed scavenger hunt
• Write a special card for our gorilla troop

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.: Gorilla Conservation Discovery Station (Tropical Forest)
Join our education team to learn about western lowland gorillas, explore biofacts up close, and discover how you can help protect gorilla habitats by recycling your small electronics through our “Gorillas on the Line” initiative.

10:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.: Gorilla Bingo (Tropical Forest Classroom, near the front entrance)

11:00 a.m.: Lion Chat (Kalahari Kingdom)
Discover one of the most iconic animals in the animal kingdom, the African lion, and learn how Zoo New England is supporting carnivore conservation efforts in Tanzania.

1:00 - 2:00 p.m.: Gorilla Discovery Station (Tropical Forest, by the clouded leopard habitat)
Learn more about our gorilla troop and participate in gorilla-themed games and activities. 

1:30 p.m.: Giraffe Chat (Giraffe savannah across from the playground)
Join us for a chat about the world's tallest land mammal and how you can help protect them in the wild.

2:00 p.m.: Gorilla Chat and Forage Feed (Tropical Forest)

2:30 – 3:00 p.m.: “Who Am I: Gorilla Edition” (Tropical Forest)
Join us for a fun, family-friendly chat about our gorilla troop, their unique personalities and stories. Discover how gorillas use their skills in the wild and learn simple ways we can all help protect this majestic species.

View Zoo Map

9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.: Arts & Crafts Station (Gorilla Grove or indoor Tropical Forest if rain)

• Get hands on with gorilla-inspired crafts 
• Snap a photo with our life-size gorilla cutout
• Go on a fun gorilla-themed scavenger hunt
• Write a special card for our gorilla troop

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.: Gorilla Conservation Discovery Station (Tropical Forest)
Join our education team to learn about western lowland gorillas, explore biofacts up close, and discover how you can help protect gorilla habitats by recycling your small electronics through our “Gorillas on the Line” initiative.

10:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.: Gorilla Bingo (Tropical Forest Classroom, near the front entrance)

11:00 a.m.: Lion Chat (Kalahari Kingdom)
Discover one of the most iconic animals in the animal kingdom, the African lion, and learn how Zoo New England is supporting carnivore conservation efforts in Tanzania.

1:00 - 2:00 p.m.: Gorilla Discovery Station (Tropical Forest, by the clouded leopard habitat)
Learn more about our gorilla troop and participate in gorilla-themed games and activities. 

1:30 p.m.: Giraffe Chat (Giraffe savannah across from the playground)
Join us for a chat about the world's tallest land mammal and how you can help protect them in the wild.

2:00 p.m.: Gorilla Chat and Forage Feed

2:30 – 3:00 p.m.: “Who Am I: Gorilla Edition” (Tropical Forest)
Join us for a fun, family-friendly chat about our gorilla troop, their unique personalities and stories. Discover how gorillas use their skills in the wild and learn simple ways we can all help protect this majestic species.

View Zoo Map

9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.: Bubble fun! (Gorilla Grove & Tropical Forest) 🫧

• Get hands on with bubble-making stations and bubble machines
• Snap a pic with our life-size gorilla cutout – perfect for photo ops!
• Go on a gorilla-themed scavenger hunt
• Write a special note to our gorilla troop

9:30 a.m.: Gorilla Enrichment (Gorilla Grove or indoor Tropical Forest if rain)

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.: Gorilla Conservation Discovery Station (Tropical Forest)
Join our education team to learn about western lowland gorillas, explore biofacts up close, and discover how you can help protect gorilla habitats by recycling your small electronics through our “Gorillas on the Line” initiative.

11:00 a.m.: Lion Chat (Kalahari Kingdom)
Discover one of the most iconic animals in the animal kingdom, the African lion, and learn how Zoo New England is supporting carnivore conservation efforts in Tanzania.

12:00 and 1:00 p.m.: Big Joe the Storyteller (Tropical Forest)
Join local favorite Big Joe the Storyteller for two lively, family-friendly storytimes.

1:00 - 2:00 p.m.: Gorilla Discovery Station (Tropical Forest, by the clouded leopard habitat)
Learn more about our gorilla troop and participate in gorilla-themed games and activities. 

1:30 p.m.: Giraffe Chat (Giraffe savannah across from the playground)
Join us for a chat about the world's tallest land mammal and how you can help protect them in the wild.

2:00 p.m.: Gorilla Chat and Forage Feed (Tropical Forest)

2:30 – 3:00 p.m.: “Who Am I: Gorilla Edition” (Tropical Forest)
Join us for a fun, family-friendly chat about our gorilla troop, their unique personalities and stories. Discover how gorillas use their skills in the wild and learn simple ways we can all help protect this majestic species.

View Zoo Map

Celebrate Earth Day with a fun-filled day of hands-on activities for all ages! 🌎

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.: Tree Giveaway and Scavenger Hunt (Giraffe entrance)
We’re inviting local residents of all ages from Dorchester, Roxbury and Greater Boston to embrace their inner arborist by signing up to receive a free tree sapling. In partnership with Neighborhood Forest, we’re helping expand tree canopy across these neighborhoods—one backyard at a time.

9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.: Arts & Crafts (Gorilla Grove or indoor Tropical Forest if rain)

• Get creative with Earth Day-themed crafts
• Dive into interactive planting experiences
• Explore pollinator stations and learn how you can be a planet protector
• Have your face painted
• Discover your “bee name”
• Don’t miss the iNaturalist table—explore local wildlife, share your observations, and discover the incredible diversity of plants and animals around us!
• Go on a gorilla-themed scavenger hunt
• Write a special note to our gorilla troop

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.: Gorilla Conservation Discovery Station (Tropical Forest)
Join our education team to learn about western lowland gorillas, explore biofacts up close, and discover how you can help protect gorilla habitats by recycling your small electronics through our “Gorillas on the Line” initiative.

11:00 a.m.: Lion Chat (Kalahari Kingdom)
Discover one of the most iconic animals in the animal kingdom, the African lion, and learn how Zoo New England is supporting carnivore conservation efforts in Tanzania.

12:00 - 2:00 p.m.: "Make and Take" Seedling-Planting Station
Stop by our brand-new greenhouse, located across from the Outback Trail habitat, to plant your very own redbud or dogwood seedling. Take it home and watch it grow as a special way to celebrate Earth Day!
A big thank-you to Wegmans for their generous support of this activity!🌱

1:00 - 2:00 p.m.: Gorilla Discovery Station (Tropical Forest, by the clouded leopard habitat)
Learn more about our gorilla troop and participate in gorilla-themed games and activities. 

1:30 p.m.: Giraffe Chat (Giraffe savannah across from the playground)
Join us for a chat about the world's tallest land mammal and how you can help protect them in the wild.

2:00 p.m.: Gorilla Chat and Forage Feed (Tropical Forest)

2:30 – 3:00 p.m.: “Who Am I: Gorilla Edition” (Tropical Forest)
Join us for a fun, family-friendly chat about our gorilla troop, their unique personalities and stories. Discover how gorillas use their skills in the wild and learn simple ways we can all help protect this majestic species.

View Zoo Map

9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.: Bubble fun! (Gorilla Grove & Tropical Forest) 🫧

• Get hands on with bubble-making stations and bubble machines
• Snap a pic with our life-size gorilla cutout – perfect for photo ops!
• Go on a gorilla-themed scavenger hunt
• Write a special note to our gorilla troop

9:30 a.m.: Gorilla Enrichment (Gorilla Grove or indoor Tropical Forest if rain)

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.: Gorilla Conservation Discovery Station (Tropical Forest)
Join our education team to learn about western lowland gorillas, explore biofacts up close, and discover how you can help protect gorilla habitats by recycling your small electronics through our “Gorillas on the Line” initiative.

11:00 a.m.: Lion Chat (Kalahari Kingdom)
Discover one of the most iconic animals in the animal kingdom, the African lion, and learn how Zoo New England is supporting carnivore conservation efforts in Tanzania.

1:00 and 2:00 p.m.: Big Joe the Storyteller (Gorilla Grove or indoor Tropical Forest if rain)
Join local favorite Big Joe the Storyteller for two lively, family-friendly storytimes.

1:00 - 2:00 p.m.: Gorilla Discovery Station (Tropical Forest, by the clouded leopard habitat)
Learn more about our gorilla troop and participate in gorilla-themed games and activities. 

1:00 - 4:00 p.m.: Tree Giveaway and Scavenger Hunt (Giraffe entrance)
We’re inviting local residents of all ages from Dorchester, Roxbury and Greater Boston to embrace their inner arborist by signing up to receive a free tree sapling. In partnership with Neighborhood Forest, we’re helping expand tree canopy across these neighborhoods—one backyard at a time. 

1:30 p.m.: Giraffe Chat (Giraffe savannah across from the playground)
Join us for a chat about the world's tallest land mammal and how you can help protect them in the wild.

2:00 p.m.: Gorilla Chat and Forage Feed (Tropical Forest)

2:30 – 3:00 p.m.: “Who Am I: Gorilla Edition” (Tropical Forest)
Join us for a fun, family-friendly chat about our gorilla troop, their unique personalities and stories. Discover how gorillas use their skills in the wild and learn simple ways we can all help protect this majestic species.

View Zoo Map

Celebrate Arbor Day with a fun-filled day of hands-on activities for all ages! 🌳

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.: Tree Giveaway and Scavenger Hunt (Giraffe entrance)
We’re inviting local residents of all ages from Dorchester, Roxbury and Greater Boston to embrace their inner arborist by signing up to receive a free tree sapling. In partnership with Neighborhood Forest, we’re helping expand tree canopy across these neighborhoods—one backyard at a time. 

9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.: Arts & Crafts (Tropical Forest)

• Get creative with Arbor Day-themed crafts
• Discover your “bee name”
• Explore pollinator-themed Discovery Stations and learn how you can be a planet protector
• Don’t miss the iNaturalist table—explore local wildlife, share your observations, and discover the incredible diversity of plants and animals around us!
• Go on a gorilla-themed scavenger hunt
• Write a special note to our gorilla troop

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.: Gorilla Conservation Discovery Station (Tropical Forest)
Join our education team to learn about western lowland gorillas, explore biofacts up close, and discover how you can help protect gorilla habitats by recycling your small electronics through our “Gorillas on the Line” initiative.

11:00 a.m.: Lion Chat (Kalahari Kingdom)
Discover one of the most iconic animals in the animal kingdom, the African lion, and learn how Zoo New England is supporting carnivore conservation efforts in Tanzania.

12:00 and 1:00 p.m.: Big Joe the Storyteller (Gorilla Grove or indoor Tropical Forest if rain)
Join local favorite Big Joe the Storyteller for two lively, family-friendly storytimes.

1:00 p.m.: Tree Planting and Dedication (Gorilla Grove)
Join the ZNE Horticulture team for a special planting in honor of Ape Awareness Month. We’ll dedicate a magnolia tree in front of Gorilla Grove to celebrate our gorilla troop.

1:00 - 2:00 p.m.: Gorilla Discovery Station (Tropical Forest, by the clouded leopard habitat)
Learn more about our gorilla troop and participate in gorilla-themed games and activities. 

1:30 p.m.: Giraffe Chat (Giraffe savannah across from the playground)
Join us for a chat about the world's tallest land mammal and how you can help protect them in the wild.

2:00 p.m.: Gorilla Chat and Forage Feed (Tropical Forest)

2:30 – 3:00 p.m.: “Who Am I: Gorilla Edition” (Tropical Forest)
Join us for a fun, family-friendly chat about our gorilla troop, their unique personalities and stories. Discover how gorillas use their skills in the wild and learn simple ways we can all help protect this majestic species.

View Zoo Map

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.: Tree Giveaway and Scavenger Hunt (Giraffe entrance)
We’re inviting local residents of all ages from Dorchester, Roxbury and Greater Boston to embrace their inner arborist by signing up to receive a free tree sapling. In partnership with Neighborhood Forest, we’re helping expand tree canopy across these neighborhoods—one backyard at a time. 

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.: Arts & Crafts (Gorilla Grove or indoor Tropical Forest if rain)

• Get hands on with gorilla-inspired crafts
• Make your own gorilla bookmark
• Snap a pic with our life-size gorilla cutout – perfect for photo ops!
• Go on a gorilla-themed scavenger hunt
• Write a special note to our gorilla troop

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.: Gorilla Conservation Discovery Station (Tropical Forest)
Join our education team to learn about western lowland gorillas, explore biofacts up close, and discover how you can help protect gorilla habitats by recycling your small electronics through our “Gorillas on the Line” initiative.

10:30 a.m.: Gorilla Bingo (Tropical Forest Classroom by entrance)

11:00 a.m.: Lion Chat (Kalahari Kingdom)
Discover one of the most iconic animals in the animal kingdom, the African lion, and learn how Zoo New England is supporting carnivore conservation efforts in Tanzania.

1:00 - 2:00 p.m.: Gorilla Discovery Station (Tropical Forest, by the clouded leopard habitat)
Learn more about our gorilla troop and participate in gorilla-themed games and activities. 

1:30 p.m.: Giraffe Chat (Giraffe savannah across from the playground)
Join us for a chat about the world's tallest land mammal and how you can help protect them in the wild.

2:00 p.m.: Gorilla Chat and Forage Feed (Tropical Forest)

2:30 – 3:00 p.m.: “Who Am I: Gorilla Edition” (Tropical Forest)
Join us for a fun, family-friendly chat about our gorilla troop, their unique personalities and stories. Discover how gorillas use their skills in the wild and learn simple ways we can all help protect this majestic species.

View Zoo Map