The Children's Farm at The Center

Sixty acre educational working farm with cows, pigs, sheep, goats, horses, rabbits, chickens and ducks. Complimentary pony rides and hayrides...

Green Meadows Petting Farm

We are a children's petting farm. Hands on where everyone milks a cow, cuddles the baby animals, kids get a pony ride, and everyone takes a hayride....

River Trail Nature Center

The visitor center houses live native animals, interactive exhibits depicting native flora and fauna, bird-watching area, active beehive and "Nature...

Wildlife Discovery Center at Elawa Farm

Cosley Zoo

This 5-acre zoo showcases a variety of farm animals and Illinois wildlife and features a historical train station, a railroad caboose, picnic area,...

Lords Park Farm Zoo

This is closed for the summer.

Phillips Park Zoo

Get an up-close look at a bald eagle, gray wolves, and cougars. See North American river otters, llamas, Elk herd, goats, swans, turkeys,...

Randall Oaks Barnyard Zoo

Visit, pet and feed the farm animals, while also seeing emus, lynx, hawks, owls and a variety of reptiles. Pony rides are available for an additional...

Nature Boardwalk at Lincoln Park Zoo

The zoo's newest attraction is a serene oasis featuring local wildlife and lush prairie vegetation. Free, interactive educational programs take place...