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About Us
Our Story
Mission
Animal Care Facility
Diets and Nutrition
Lewis and Clark
Conservation
Raptor Rehabilitation
Plan Your Visit
Hours and Prices
Train Ride
Map of the Zoo
Animals
How to Find Us
FAQs
Antler Trading Post
Discovery Center
Education
Education
Wild Happenings
Wild EncounTOURS
Wild Expeditions
Animal Close-Ups
Animal Ed-Ventures
Conservation Day
Little Tykes Ed-Ventures
Field Trip
Just for Kids
Toddler Time
Zoo Camp
Family Zoo Snooze Campover
Summer Zoo Camp
Family Zookeeper Camp
Events and Rentals
Schedule of Events
Special Events
Annual Meeting
Breakfast at the Zoo
Brew at the Zoo
Children's Day
Conservation Day
Easter Egg Hunt
Member Annual Picnic
Stories with Santa
Wednesday Night Activities
Wine Tasting for the Animals
Zoo Boo
Birthdays at the Zoo
Gazebo
Room Rentals
Get Involved
Dakota Zoo Crew
Volunteer Opportunities
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The Mission of the Dakota Zoo
“To instill and inspire a better understanding and appreciation for animals and nature.”
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