Couple walking through The Springfield Conservation Nature Center

Behind The Scenes with Dickerson Park Zookeepers

A visit to Dickerson Park Zoo is about a lot more than seeing animals from all over the world. Patrons will also see beautiful landscaping, hear unusual sounds and learn important lessons about conservation. All that wouldn’t be possible without the zookeepers who keep the hundreds of animals at the…

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Take an Exotic Winter Walk at Dickerson Park Zoo

Did you know one of the best times to visit Dickerson Park Zoo is in the wintertime? Open year-round, Dickerson Park Zoo is Springfield’s most exotic 1.2 mile walk. While a few of the birds and primates spend the winter off exhibit, there is still a lot to see and do. Many animals enjoy the cold…

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10 Reasons To Visit Springfield, Missouri

If you’re on the fence about visiting Springfield, check out our list of top 10 reasons to visit the third-largest city in Missouri. Connections To The Great Outdoors If you love the outdoors, Springfield is the perfect place for you. The city is home to dozens of parks and trails perfect for…

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Explore The Wonders of Dickerson Park Zoo

Dickerson Park Zoo is a self-guided walking tour with a wide variety of animal exhibits. Learn about more than 500 animals while strolling along the 1.2 miles of paved trails. The zoo is organized geographically with animals from Asia, South America, Australia, Africa and other parts of the world…

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