Get in Touch with Your Inner Animal!

Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo has a mission, and we need you to help us accomplish it. Quite simply, we need to present the richness of nature to everyone we come in contact with. We need to inspire positive action. We need to get everyone involved in making a difference for nature. And you can get involved by becoming part of the Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo family!

Just a reminder, we are currently not able to apply admission ticket monies post-visit to membership purchases.
​Please consider becoming a member first and then your visits will be free.
NEW MEMBERSHIP CARDS! We are excited to be going green this year!  We no longer mail out cards.  On your first visit to the Zoo after you join or renew, we’ll print your cards for you. ​

Members Enjoy Perks 

  • Unlimited admission to Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo during regular Zoo business hours
  • SUMMER DISCOUNT to the Connecticut Trolley Museum. 50% off general admission tickets to the Connecticut Trolley Museum for the months of July and August, 2024 (not valid for special events). 
  • Discounted admission to over 150 zoos & aquariums
    • Click here to view the full list of reciprocal zoos & aquariums
    • Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo is currently accepting reciprocal memberships.
    • Please note: Due to COVID-19, there have been admission restrictions placed on most zoos, aquariums, and museums. We highly recommend you contact any institution prior to your visit to confirm their current participation status in the reciprocal program to avoid any confusion or awkwardness when you arrive.
  • Discounts at Zoo Gift Shops, programs & birthday parties
  • Bring-a-Friend passes  *At least one Adult member must be present with a current membership card and matching photo ID when using the “Bring-A-Friend” Passes.
  • Invitations to Members-Only events​​
*Members do not need to make a reservation to visit the Zoo.

MEMBERSHIP RATES

*Matching I.D. required for adults each visit.
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Individual = $80
  • 1 Named Adult

Family = $140
  • Admission during regular Zoo business hours for 1 or 2 named adults living at the same residence
  • Your own minor children living under the same roof as named adults, age 17 and under, limit 4

Grandparent = $140
  • Admission during regular Zoo business hours for 1 or 2 named adult grandparents living at the same residence
  • Your own minor grandchildren, age 17 and under, limit 4. 

Family Plus = $170
  • Admission during regular Zoo business hours for 1 or 2 named adults living at the same residence
  • Your own minor children living under the same roof as named adults, age 17 and under, limit 4
  • Add 1 named adult (required) to your card such as a nanny, caregiver or relative. The Plus One will be given a card to use to visit with Your children.  You need not be present when they visit with their card and Your children. The Plus One will also be required to show a matching photo ID each visit.

Director’s Circle = $260
  • Admission during regular Zoo business hours for 1 or 2 named adults living at the same residence
  • Your own minor children living under the same roof as named adults, age 17 and under, limit 4
  • 2 guests each visit during regular Zoo business hours and you must accompany your guests
  • Invitation to Director’s Event for the 1 or 2 named adults and children as shown on the card

​Silver Society = $500
  • Admission during regular Zoo business hours for 1 or 2 named adults living at the same residence
  • Your own minor children living under the same roof as named adults, age 17 and under, limit 4
  • 4 guests each visit during regular Zoo business hours and member must accompany guests
  • Invitation to Director’s Event for the 1 or 2 named adults and children on the card
  • 2 complimentary tickets to our annual Wild Wine, Beer and Food Safari ($200 value - membership must be purchased by May 15th to receive tickets for same year event)
  • Animal Encounter for four people

Zuele Society Donor - Ambassador = $1,000
  • Admission during regular Zoo business hours for 1 or 2 named adults living at the same residence
  • Your own minor children living under the same roof as named adults, age 17 and under, limit 4
  • 4 guests each visit during regular Zoo business hours and member must accompany guests
  • Invitation to Director’s Event for the 1 or 2 named adults and children on the card
  • 2 complimentary tickets to our annual Wild Wine, Beer and Food Safari ($200 value - membership must be purchased by May 15th to receive tickets for same year event)
  • Animal Encounter for four people
  • Behind-the-scenes tour for six people

​Zuele Society Donor - Founder = $2,500
  • Receive the same admission and perks as the Zuele Society Ambassador plus
  •  2 complimentary tickets to our annual Endangered Species Gala

​JOIN TODAY

Become a member today by clicking below! If you have any questions, please contact the Membership Department at [email protected].

GIFT MEMBERSHIP

Gift a membership by purchasing a gift card in that amount! Physical gift cards can be purchased at the front gate or e-gift cards can be purchased online below. ​​
QUESTIONS?
Please contact the Membership Department
​[email protected]
​203-394-6565
​[email protected] 
1875 Noble Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06610
Open 9am-4pm daily
​Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is dedicated to acquainting a diverse public to the delicate balance that exists between living things and their environment.

Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo is a 501(c)(3) not for profit owned and operated by the Connecticut Zoological Society.
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