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Zoo, Aquarium & Wildlife Conservation

Louisville Zoo

Louisville Zoo is a zoo, aquarium & wildlife conservation in Louisville, Kentucky. It is one of the U.S. museums catalogued by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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About this museum

What is Louisville Zoo?

The Louisville Zoological Gardens, commonly known as the Louisville Zoo, is a 134-acre (54 ha) zoo in Louisville, Kentucky, situated in the city's Poplar Level neighborhood. Founded in 1969, the "State Zoo of Kentucky" currently exhibits over 1,200 animals in naturalistic and mixed animal settings representing both geographical areas and biomes or habitats.

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The record

Museum details

Name
Louisville Zoo
Type
Zoo, Aquarium & Wildlife Conservation
City
Louisville
State
Kentucky
Website
http://louisvillezoo.org/
IMLS Museum ID
8402100190
Coordinates
38.20355, -85.68886
What kind of museum is Louisville Zoo?

Louisville Zoo is classified as a zoo, aquarium & wildlife conservation in the IMLS Museum Data Files. Browse more zoo, aquarium & wildlife conservations →

Where is Louisville Zoo located?

Louisville Zoo is located in Louisville, Kentucky at approximately 38.20355, -85.68886. See the map above.

Does Louisville Zoo have a website?

Yes — the IMLS record lists http://louisvillezoo.org/. Hours and admission can change, so check the official site before you visit.

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