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Nashville Zoo

Nashville Zoo is a zoo, aquarium & wildlife conservation in Nashville, Tennessee. 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 Nashville Zoo?

The Nashville Zoo at Grassmere is a zoological garden and historic family farm located 6 miles (9.7 km) southeast of Downtown Nashville. As of 2014, the zoo was middle Tennessee's top paid attraction and contained 3,736 individual animals, encompassing 352 species. The zoo's site is approximately 188 acres (76 ha) in size and is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. The zoo has around 1.2 million visitors a year.

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Museum details

Name
Nashville Zoo
Type
Zoo, Aquarium & Wildlife Conservation
City
Nashville
State
Tennessee
Website
https://www.nashvillezoo.org/DEFAULT.ASPX
IMLS Museum ID
8404700423
Coordinates
36.09227, -86.73578
What kind of museum is Nashville Zoo?

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

Where is Nashville Zoo located?

Nashville Zoo is located in Nashville, Tennessee at approximately 36.09227, -86.73578. See the map above.

Does Nashville Zoo have a website?

Yes — the IMLS record lists https://www.nashvillezoo.org/DEFAULT.ASPX. Hours and admission can change, so check the official site before you visit.

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