Welcome to Buttonwood Park Zoo
Buttonwood Park Zoo, owned and operated by the City of New Bedford and supported in its endeavors by the Buttonwood Park Zoological Society, features a variety of animals native to Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, and South America.
Buttonwood Park Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and has been called âone of the finest small zoos in the United Statesâ by that organization.
Animals @ Buttonwood Park Zoo
Animals @ Buttonwood Park Zoo
Amphibians
Birds
Fish
Mammals
Recent News @ Buttonwood Park Zoo
Bunny Brunch
Hop on over to BPZOO for a delicious brunch, photos with the Easter Bunny, face painting, and animal encounters.
E-Waste Drop Off
Help BPZOO collect electronic waste to recycle on April 19th from 1 to 4:00 in our parking lot. Let’s work together to keep e-waste out of landfills.
Party for the Planet
Every day is Earth Day at BPZOO! As we all do our part to protect and preserve habitats and ecosystems, collectively we are making an impact.
Become A Member
Become a member of the Buttonwood Park Zoological Society and keep company with some of New Bedfordâs most prominent citizens!
Contact Buttonwood Park Zoo
Have a question? Click the âVisitâ tab and read our FAQs or fill out the form below.
Join Our Herd
BPZOO Members get exclusive access to events, discounts on programs and discounts onsite plus lots of other great benefits. Membership pays for itself in just over 2 visits!
