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Delaware's only AZA-accredited Zoo. We’re a small and mighty Zoo located in Brandywine Park, Wilmington, Delaware

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πŸΎπŸ’š Delaware, let’s do more for wildlife! πŸ’šπŸΎ

Donate to the Delaware Zoological Society, the nonprofit partner of the Brandywine Zoo, that helps fund conservation education and keeps the wheels turning at your zoo. #DoMore24DE opens on March 5 at 6pm.

πŸ‘‰ Get a reminder to donate: bit.ly/4sfiq05

02.03.2026 19:49 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸŽ‰ We did it β€” and then some! πŸŽ‰
Thanks to you, we beat our $10K goal and raised $14,100 β€” matched for a total of $24,100! πŸ™Œ
Every dollar helps us build our new multi-species habitat. 🐾
Stay tuned for updates β€” and thank you for making it happen! πŸ’š

10.11.2025 16:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Creepy & Crawly Trivia Night - Brandywine Zoo This is a 21+ Event The spooky season doesn’t have to end in October! Join us for a fun 21 and up trivia night at the zoo. Test your knowledge […]

πŸ•· Join us for a fun 21+ Trivia Night at the zoo. Friday, November 14, 5:30-7:30pm.
Test your knowledge about the animal world’s most notorious creepy crawlies. Plus, meet some of Brandywine Zoo’s ambassador animals up close. 🐍

Group of 2: $35
Group of 4: $65
🎟 brandywinezoo.org/creepycrawly

09.11.2025 18:52 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Big News: Your Gift Will Be Doubled! - Brandywine Zoo Double Your Impact – $10,000 Challenge! $10,00 Matching Challenge Days Hours Minutes Seconds We’re excited to launch a $10,000 Capital Campaign Matching Challenge! Thanks to a generous donor, every gi...

We’re excited to launch a $10,000 Capital Campaign Matching Challenge! 🐾 Thanks to a generous donor, every gift made between now and Oct 31 will be matched dollar-for-dollar β€” up to $10,000.

Together, we can unlock $20,000 to help build a new multi-species habitat
brandywinezoo.org/double-your-...

24.09.2025 20:18 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Celebrate Halloween at the zoo for an evening of holiday revelry. Friday Oct 24 5:30-8pm
Enjoy spooky cocktails and liquid libations, light nibbles, and bewitching entertainment with live music by Green Eggs and Jam. brandywinezoo.org/spirits

23.09.2025 00:31 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Celebrate halloween zoo-style with this merry, not scary event. Oct 17-19 10am-3pm
All are invited to wear costumes while visiting the zoo. Plenty of treats and activities. Bring your own bag for treats. We’ll have activities for the trick-or-treaters and festive decorations.
brandywinezoo.org/boo

23.09.2025 00:28 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Wallabies are here at the zoo throughout the summer and fall. Hop over to meet our Australian guests and learn about these cousins of the kangaroo. 🦘

10.07.2025 16:27 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Brew at the Zoo - Brandywine Zoo 21+ Event Lively, After Hours Fundraiser at the Brandywine Zoo! Enjoy a variety of beer, wine and spirits from numerous vendors, light fare provided by local restaurants, and specialty coffee […]

🍻🐾 Brew at the Zoo is almost here! 🐾🍻
Join us Friday, May 30 | 5:30–8:30 PM at the Brandywine Zoo for an unforgettable evening of craft beer, wine, live music & light fare β€” all included in your ticket! 🎢
🎟 Buy your tickets in advance and save $5!

πŸ‘‰ Get your tickets now: brandywinezoo.org/brew

21.05.2025 16:06 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Happy Endangered Species Day!
Today, we are recognizing the 6 species at the zoo that are currently listed as endangered - Red Panda, Radiated Tortoise, Golden-lion Tamarin, Crowned lemur, Ring-tailed lemur; as well as the critically endangered Black-and-white ruffed lemurs.

16.05.2025 16:18 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🍹 Sip for a Cause β€” Support Brandywine Zoo! 🐾
Join us tomorrow, May 1st from 6–9 PM at BBC Tavern and Grill for a wild night of cocktails, conservation, and community! 🦁✨

πŸ“ 4019 Kennett Pike, Greenville, DE
πŸ’» Donate now: guestbartender.org/events/fptqy8
πŸ”— Learn more: brandywinezoo.org

30.04.2025 14:38 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Spring is here! 🌷🌼 Time to get outside. Visit Brandywine Zoo with your Delaware EBT or @artreachphilly access card for just $2 per person, for up to 4 people. See you at the zoo!πŸ’πŸ’πŸ¦β€β¬›πŸ

25.04.2025 19:13 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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In case you missed the Stuffed Animal Vet Clinic, last Saturday, we learned the β€œFluffy Flu” is going around! 😁🧸
Visit this Saturday, April 19 for PARTY FOR THE PLANET EARTH DAY CELEBRATION, 10AM-3PM. 🌎 brandywinezoo.org/earth-day

16.04.2025 21:46 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Celebrate Earth Day at the Brandywine Zoo's Party for the Planet! Enjoy themed activities, bird-friendly coffee, keeper talks & more. Included with admission. Join our BioBlitz on iNaturalist April 19–June 8! Details: brandywinezoo.org/earth-day & inaturalist.org.

15.04.2025 16:49 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Enjoy an evening at the zoo for this specially designed event for scouts and their families! There will be activities and learning stations geared toward scout requirements. This program takes place in the zoo so dress for the weather. Pre-registration required.
FEE: $10/person

25.03.2025 19:51 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Shout out to our friends at Wilmington State Parks for helping us add 3 new elevated lemur shelters to the Madagascar habitat.
All three species have been observed utilizing them. The lemurs have scent marked the shelters, so we think they approve! πŸ’πŸ‘
Visit us and check out the Madagascar habitat!

24.03.2025 20:17 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🍻🐾 Brew at the Zoo is BACK!
Join us at Brandywine Zoo for an unforgettable evening of craft beer, wine, and spirits from top vendors, plus delicious bites from local restaurants

🎟️ Early Bird Special! Save $5 π„πšπ«π₯𝐲 𝐁𝐒𝐫𝐝 promo code at checkout.
Friday, May 30th 5:30-8:30pm

brandywinezoo.org/brew

17.03.2025 18:18 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🐾 Support Wildlife Conservation with Brandywine Zoo! 🌍✨
Every year, Brandywine Zoo connects thousands of visitors with the incredible world of animals, inspiring a love for wildlife and a deeper understanding of conservation. www.domore24delaware.org/events/256/r...

27.02.2025 20:25 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🌸🐾 Spring is in the air, and we’re kicking off the season in a wild way! πŸŽ‰ Join us this weekend for a day of family fun at the zoo with kid-friendly trivia, a self-guided scavenger hunt, special keeper talks, and more!

πŸ“Έ Keeper Doug

27.02.2025 20:24 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Only 3 days left to vote! The Brandywine Zoo has made it to the elimination round of the Best of Delaware awards! πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰
πŸ•οΈ Best Kids’ Summer Camp (Upstate)
🦁 Best Kid-Friendly Museum (Statewide)
πŸ₯³ Best Place For A Birthday Party (Upstate)
Show your love bestof.delawaretoday.com before Feb 28!

25.02.2025 21:18 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ’ Keepers here at the Brandywine Zoo have so much love for the animals they work with. To show their love and appreciation they gave the animals these sweet Valentines! πŸ’
πŸ“Έ: Keeper Emily and Keeper Doug

14.02.2025 15:45 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We’re hosting Birds & Bees Trivia for one more night! If you missed your chance to get tickets last week, join us on our new date - Sat., Feb. 15! Drinks & snacks will be provided. The team with the most knowledge about β€˜the birds and the bees’ will bring home a special trophy! bit.ly/4gTfaBU

12.02.2025 15:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸΎπŸ’– Share the Love This Valentine’s Day! πŸ’–πŸΎ
Looking for a gift that’s as special as your Valentine? Show your love in a meaningful way by sponsoring an animal at the Brandywine Zoo! 🌿🐾

πŸ’˜ "Adopt" today and give a gift that truly makes a difference!
brandywinezoo.org/support/a-d-...

10.02.2025 16:55 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ¦…πŸ’š The Brandywine Zoo is flying high for the Philadelphia Eagles as they head to the Super Bowl! Our animals and staff are bringing their wildest team spiritβ€”cheering, flapping, and roaring for a big Birds win! πŸˆπŸŽ‰
@philadelphiaeagles.bsky.social

07.02.2025 16:22 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸˆπŸ¦… The Brandywine Zoo is soaring high with Eagles pride! Our animals are getting into the Super Bowl spirit as we cheer on the Philadelphia Eagles to victory! The whole zoo is ready to Fly, Eagles, Fly! πŸ’šπŸŽ‰
Let’s bring home that Lombardi Trophy! GO BIRDS! πŸ¦…πŸ’šπŸ†

06.02.2025 15:41 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Please welcome our new North American Porcupine, Butter, who came to us all the way from Minnesota! He is sharing a habitat with our current female porcupine, Peanut. Now we have Peanut and Butter.πŸ˜‰

πŸ“Έ: Keeper Doug and Keeper Lindsay

06.02.2025 02:02 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0