1986: Roger Williams Park Zoo earns accreditation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, becoming the first zoo in New England to receive that honor. 1990s: The zoo’s rebirth continues with ...

Roger Williams Park Zoo's mission has evolved since its founding in 1872, from a collection of animals on display for entertainment to a focus on conservation and education. The zoo, owned by the ...

The new exhibit of Humboldt penguins opens at the Roger Williams Park Zoo on Memorial Day weekend By Christopher Gavin Globe Staff,Updated April 23, 2025, 11:30 a.m.

Roger Williams Park Zoo's new penguin exhibit will open Memorial Day weekend. The exhibit will house twelve Humboldt penguins, a species native to the coasts of Chile and Peru.

Roger Williams Park Zoo announced the opening of a dinosaur exhibit this week. According to officials, the "Return of the Dinosaurs" exhibit will be open with around 60 life-sized animatronic ...

The Roger Williams Park Zoo is in the process of choosing the elephant trio’s new home. “Making this decision was difficult, but our responsibility for the elephants’ well-being guided us.

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — Roger Williams Park Zoo announced Tuesday that its three African elephants that have been at the zoo for 34 years will be moving to a new home in late 2027.

Roger Williams Park Zoo held a groundbreaking event to celebrate its new education center on Wednesday. According to zoo officials, the new facility will provide engaging and informative ...

Fiona is an excellent momma, and they are bonding beautifully,” the Roger Williams Park Zoo said on social media By Christopher Gavin Globe Staff,Updated October 22, 2024, 1:18 p.m.