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Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo

Monroe Zoo is a full zoo with animals from around the world. Not just lions, tigers, and bears - zebra, birds, and reptiles too!

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EVENTS

NEWS

EGGSTRAVAGANZA

RED WHITE AND BLUE AT THE ZOO

BOO AT THE ZOO

JUNGLE BELLS

Wild Side Movie Night

The Zoo Keeper - Friday, September 4th, 2026. Gates open at 7:00 p.m. Movie begins at Dusk around 8 p.m.

Red, White & Blue at the Zoo on July 4 was a Blast

The first-ever Red, White & Blue event was a brand-new Fourth of July celebration at the Zoo!

Sloth Encounters are Now Available

Fall toe-tally in love with our Sloth Encounters.

The Louisiana Purchase Zoological Society raises funds for the upkeep & growth of the zoo.

Become a Member
Call the Gift Shop:
(318) 329-2138

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Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo
1405 Bernstein Park Rd | Monroe, Louisiana

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