Toledo Zoo Contact Information
Main Line:
419-385-5721
Information Line:
419-385-4040
Visitor Information
If you are planning a visit to the Toledo Zoo and need detailed information, driving directions, and more please visit the Hours, Admission, and Info page.
Anthony Wayne Trail Entrance (Main entrance):
Use this address for GPS devices or other map-based applications
2 Hippo Way
Toledo, Ohio
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 140130
Toledo, OH 43614
Broadway Street Entrance:
2700 Broadway Street
Toledo, Ohio
E-mail address for general inquiries (note: all solicitation e-mails for products and services will be disregarded—general inquiries only please):
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Zoo Administration
Executive Director / CEO – Jeff Sailer
Deputy Director for Animals, Conservation & Education – Ron Fricke
Director of Institutional Advancement – Mary Fedderke
Director of Human Resources – Nancy L. Foley
Director of Finance – Sue Bagdonas
Director of Visitor Services – Dennis Schnurbusch
Director of Facilities & Planning – Rick Payeff
Director of Marketing & Public Relations – Andi Norman
Director of Conservation / Research – Dr. Peter J. Tolson
Chief Veterinarian – Dr. Chris Hanley
Curator of Behaviorial Husbandry & Research – Beth Posta
Curator of Birds – Robert Webster
Curator of Education – Mitchell Magdich
Curator of Fishes & Invertebrates – Jay Hemdal
Curator of Graphics & Exhibits – Alex DeBeukelaer
Curator of Herpetology – R. Andrew Odum
Curator of Horticulture – Nancy Bucher
Curator of Mammals – Dr. Randi Meyerson
Registrar – Glenous Favata
Zoo Board Directors
President – Mary Ellen Pisanelli
Vice President – Lamont Thurston
Treasurer – Pamela Hershberger
Secretary – George (Chip) Hambro
Matt Anderson
Susan Allan Block
Peter Boyer
Elaine Canning
Jim Haudan
Sandra Hylant
John Jones
Timothy Konieczny
Kevin McQueen
John Meier
Jonathan Orser
Clarence Smith
Barbara Steele
Olivia Summons
Bob Vasquez
Ex-Officio member Carol Contrada
Toledo Zoo Mission and Accreditations
Our mission:
Inspiring others to join us in caring for animals and conserving the natural world.
As our mission statement indicates, the Toledo Zoo is committed to providing excellent care for our animals, as well as conserving the natural world. We are implementing multiple green practices in our operations, and several members of our staff are highly involved with conservation efforts, both local and international. We are working to preserve endangered and threatened species from butterflies and birds to toads and elephants. Fully accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA), The Toledo Zoo is involved with breeding animals through the Species Survival Program that is helping to ensure a future for some truly amazing species.
The Toledo Zoo is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
Discover Your Toledo Zoo, an Overview:
The Toledo Zoo is one of the world’s most complete zoos—it’s also the region’s top family destination! Let The Toledo Zoo take you from the Arctic tundra to the wilds of Africa, from the tropical rainforest to the Sonoran Desert and all points between—all in one great day.
Each year nearly one million people come to The Toledo Zoo to experience the wonders of the natural world, stroll our beautiful grounds and explore our historic WPA-era buildings. As you do, you’ll encounter animals ranging from mammoth African elephants and majestic bald eagles to tiny toads and and even insects and spiders. For more than 100 years, The Toledo Zoo has engaged and inspired countless families and created memories that carry on for generations. Come be a part of this incredible legacy and make a few memories of your own!
Click here to view our online 2012 Annual Report as a PDF with links to multiple videos, animal fact pages, and behind the scenes stories.
Map of the Zoo
Download our Zoo Guide Map to see a detailed map of the Zoo grounds.
Additional Information
Complimentary Ticket or Membership Donation Requests:
The Toledo Zoo will consider donating 2 one-day admission passes (good for any daytime visit during the calendar year the tickets were issued) or a one-year membership to qualifying non-profit organizations (or groups sponsored by them) to be used as prizes or auction items for events or fundraising activities. To be considered for these donations, organizations must be located in Lucas, Wood, Monroe, Wayne, and Washtenaw Counties. The Toledo Zoo will read all requests and consider each on an individual basis; however, not all requests can be fulfilled. Accepting a request does not guarantee it will be fulfilled the following year.
If you feel your organization qualifies, please mail us your request on your organization’s original letterhead (we cannot accept fax or email copies) and enclose a copy of your organization’s state or federal letter documenting your 501 (c) (3) status, along with self-address, stamped envelope to:
The Toledo Zoo
Attn: Donations
PO Box 140130
Toledo, Ohio 43614
Please allow 30 days for processing. Thank you for thinking of The Toledo Zoo!
You can also check into our Companies for Kids program where participating companies have donated Zoo tickets for organizations that serve low-income or disabled children. Click here to learn more