John Ball Zoo

John Ball Zoo Fall Festivites

Come out to the John Ball Zoo this fall for a great time. Dress up and get ready to see some amazing animals.

Summer Fun at the John Ball Zoo

Although summer is coming to a close, the John Ball Zoo is still offering tons of fun stuff for families.  Executive Director, Brenda Stringer, gave us a behind the scenes tour.

Exploring the John Ball Zoo

Executive Director, Brenda Stringer, gave one lucky family a VIP tour of the John Ball Zoo.  Our cameras tagged along to catch everything that’s new this summer for families.

Zoo Goes Boo!

Each year the John Ball Zoo celebrates Halloween with a series of special days called Zoo Goes Boo!  There is still time to participate this coming Friday, October 29.  Check out the segment below and take a look at what you can expect.

New Attractions at the John Ball Zoo

This summer the John Ball Zoo has some new additions!

Take a Cell Phone Safari

This summer the John Ball Zoo has a new way to learn more about the animals and it’s as easy as picking up your cell phone.  Here is how the Cell Phone Safari works!

John Ball Zoo School

The John Ball Zoo has a cool partnership with Grand Rapids Public Schools where sixth graders from the city of Grand Rapids can study for a year on site at the zoo!

Day in the Life of a Zookeeper

Meet Tim Sampson, a Zookeeper at the John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids.

Mighty Mike!

Something big is coming to John Ball Zoo this summer!

 

 

Bug Fun at the Zoo

Bugs play an important role in the work they do at the John Ball Zoo.