These projects are made possible through the generosity of the voters of Lucas County—your Zoo thanks you!

Anthony Wayne Trail Parking Lot Renovations: parking lot is open but certain areas will be closed during renovations
We’re expanding and improving our parking lot, enabling you to get to the fun faster! The construction will be complete in November 2008.

In the event that our parking lot is full, overflow parking will be available in the former Value City parking lot at the corner of Detroit Ave. and the Anthony Wayne Trail. A free shuttle will bring you to the Zoo from there. Click here for a map and directions to the overflow parking lot.

Nature’s Neighborhood Construction: scheduled to open June 2009
The Toledo Zoo’s new children’s zoo will offer interactive fun for the whole family! Construction is underway and will continue through June 2009—in the meantime there is fencing around the area. Click here to learn more about Nature's Neighborhood!

Pedestrian Bridge Painting & Repairs: open during repair
The bridge that takes visitors from one side of the Zoo to the other is in the process of being renovated. Visitors will still have access to the bridge, and the repairs will be completed by July 2008.

Carnivore Café Renovations: Cafe will remain open but certain areas closed during repairs
Areas within the Zoo’s wildest eatery may not be accessible as this historic building undergoes a few renovations. The Carnivore Café will be once again fully operational by August 2008.

Tiger Exhibit Renovations: possibility of limited viewing
Our Amur tigers’ refurbished habitat will be complete in Summer 2008. You may have limited viewing of the tigers ans sloth bears while this work is completed, as the animals may have access to quiet indoor holding areas.

Historic Carousel Renovations: reopening Spring of 2008
Our 1950s-era carousel is getting a makeover, and these ponies have never looked better! Come see the results in Spring 2008.

Diversity of Life Exhibit: Closed
As we prepare for the opening of Amazing Amphibians and Nature’s Neighborhood, our new Children’s Zoo, the Diversity of Life exhibit closed in April 2008. Many of the animals who were on exhibit there are being relocated to other exhibits throughout the Zoo.