Nashville Zoo at Grassmere | Nashville, TN
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We have many exciting events daily at the Nashville Zoo. We encourage all of our guests to learn more about the different activities and take advantage of all of the opportunities Nashville Zoo offers.

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The observation deck at our new Veterinary Center is now open! Come witness the extraordinary level of care our animals receive, with views into the treatment room, nursery and more!

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The cooler weather offers an exceptional experience at Nashville Zoo. Join us for quiet walks and special glimpses at animals that may be more active in the cooler environment. Read our Cold Weather Visit Tips to make the most of your visit!

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Celebrate your family's love of the Zoo and help lay the path to the Zoo’s future by purchasing a custom brick or paver. Personalized with your custom text, the engraved bricks will be placed along the walkway to the new HCA Healthcare Veterinary Center.

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Nashville Zoo's experienced staff is actively involved in research, habitat protection, breeding programs and education initiatives around the globe as well as in our own backyard.

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Raising Babies

At Nashville Zoo more than 28 clouded leopard cubs have been born since 2009.

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Pioneering Care

Nashville Zoo's staff is literally writing the book for anteater care.

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Strengthening Natives

Nashville Zoo has released more than 11,000 Puerto Rican Crested Toad tadpoles back into their native habitat.

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Giving Globally

Nashville Zoo contributes financially to a wide array of organizations around the world, including the Red Panda Network.

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Working Locally

Nashville Zoo was first to breed Eastern hellbenders, and first to breed any type of hellbender using biotechnology.

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