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Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo to Reopen June 1

5/19/2020

 
​BRIDGEPORT, Conn. – May 19, 2020 – Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo announced today that its official re-opening date following the COVID-19 pandemic closure will be on Monday, June 1. A number of new safety measures are being put in place in the next ten days, including staff training, new cleaning protocols, social distancing guidelines for guests, and signage. A press day to introduce the new protocols is scheduled for Friday, May 29 at 11:00 a.m. 
​Guests are asked to adhere to the following new requirements:

  • Masks must be worn by all guests, except for those ages two and under.
  • Social distancing must be observed, with six-foot distancing between family groups.
  • Tickets must be purchased online in a contactless system: links will be provided on the website and social media before opening.
  • There will be two sessions allowing for 50% capacity in each. The first is from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The Zoo will close from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. for cleaning. A second session is from 1:00-4:00 p.m.
  • A one-way loop around the Zoo is identified by signs to keep cross traffic at a minimum.
  • Ticket prices are reduced: $15 for adults; $10 for children and seniors age 62 and over. Children under three are free.
  • All buildings will be closed with the exception of restrooms.
  • Restrooms will be monitored and cleaned throughout the day.
  • Guests will be able to pre-purchase food orders online for pick-up through a side window. Limited menu items. Guests may bring their own food.
  • No stroller or wheelchair rentals are available. Guests are asked to bring their own.
  • The Gift Shop will have an outdoor kiosk for purchases.
 
“The safety of our guests, staff and animals is our number one priority,” said Zoo Director Gregg Dancho. “We’ve missed our guests and look forward to welcoming everyone back with confidence that we can all enjoy being outdoors and enjoying the beauty of animals and nature once again.”
 
“We ask for everyone’s patience as we work through our new requirements in an unprecedented environment,” he added.
 
Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is a non-profit organization approaching its 100th year at a time when the mission of helping fragile wildlife populations and eco-systems is more important than ever.  
Megan vasile
5/27/2020 05:17:51 pm

Me and my children are so excited.Can't wait to make our first trip of the summer to the zoo!!!

Melissa A Trapp
5/30/2020 08:38:19 am

hey you guys open on this Sunday

Susanna Gagnon
6/1/2020 12:47:22 pm

We have two children under 3- how do you want us to account for them if we are not purchasing tickets for them?

LIndA bates
7/29/2020 05:26:54 pm

We have four free passes we would like to use on Friday in the afternoon. How do we sign up with those?? There are three children, one adult , and one senior. Thank you

Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo
7/30/2020 06:25:41 am

Hi Linda, we’re not accepting passes due to our ticket booth being closed, but please hold onto them and we’ll accept them when we can even if they’re expired.

Deborah Chamberlain
10/10/2020 04:08:46 pm

How do I get tickets? It's not letting me buy them anywhere


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    • Our Animals >
      • Eastern Rat Snake
    • Our Plants
    • Parents
    • Zoo Cams >
      • Outdoor Red Panda Cam
      • Indoor Red Panda Cam
      • Outdoor Spider Monkey Cam
      • Indoor Spider Monkey Cam
      • Otter Cam
    • Zoo Etiquette
    • Zoo Map
  • Membership
  • Education
    • Citizen Science >
      • FrogWatch
      • MonarchWatch
    • Conservation >
      • City Nature Challenge
      • Conservation Pledge
    • Cool Blue >
      • Cool Blue Schools
    • Programs
    • Educational Resources
    • Evening Lectures
    • Field Trips
    • Just 4 Teens >
      • CDC
      • Explorers
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    • Animal Sponsorship
    • Appeal
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    • Honor & Remember
    • Monthly Giving
    • Naming Opportunities
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    • Birthdays
    • Private Events
    • Weddings
    • Rates and Details
    • Preferred Vendors
    • Preferred Wedding Vendors
    • Event Guidelines
  • Volunteer
    • Interns
  • Buy Tickets