Alexandria Zoological Park
Alexandria Zoo, originally known as City Park Zoo, was established in 1926 at Bringhurst Park near its present location. The Zoo's animal collection began with discarded pets, such as rabbits, goats, and deer. Animals were housed in cages constructed of chain link fabric and iron bars with gravel, dirt or concrete floors.
Mission
It is the mission of the Alexandria Zoological Park to promote understanding and conservation of the natural world in which we live.
At the Zoo, tots, teens, adults, and anyone in between can gain a new perception of the fascinating animal world by experiencing wildlife up close. A wide array of programs, classes, events and volunteer opportunities are offered that will enrich your appreciation of wild life and wild places. They will leave a lasting impression and change the way you view the world!
As an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, the Alexandria Zoo strives to fulfill four primary purposes -- education, conservation, research and recreation. Our programs are designed to include all of these elements.
Zoo education is vital if we intend to nurture our young learners, instill a caring and compassionate attitude toward wildlife, and impress upon them the importance of being involved and making a difference.
The Alexandria Zoological Park strives to:
Provide the citizens of Alexandria and Central Louisiana with recreational and educational experiences while viewing an organized collection of animals.
Increase services to our community by development of new educational programs and to continue with the conservation of endangered species.
Develop research or cooperative endeavors with other agencies such as colleges and universities.
Increase attendance through the implementation of the Zoo's adopted master plan, thereby insuring an increase in revenue and providing better living conditions for our zoo animals.
Uphold the standards set forth by the USDA and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) for animal husbandry, thereby insuring our continued accreditation by the AZA.
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