Great Plains Zoo

Sioux Falls Zoo & Aquarium launches fundraising campaign for major improvements

By Jodi Schwan | November 6, 2024

An effort to raise $50 million starts officially this month for the Sioux Falls Zoo & Aquarium, which would include bringing a new aquarium and butterfly rainforest to the zoo’s campus.

5 fall family fun escapes in or within a quick road trip of Sioux Falls

By Submitted | October 16, 2024

Pick pumpkins, tackle a corn maze and enjoy the colors of fall all within an easy day trip from Sioux Falls.

Here’s your guide to fall at the Great Plains Zoo, Butterfly House & Aquarium

By Submitted | October 9, 2024

There are new reasons to visit the Great Plains Zoo or the Butterfly House & Aquarium several times this month.

Great Plains Zoo welcomes new giraffe, meerkats

By Pigeon605 Staff | August 15, 2024

The Great Plains Zoo has one tall new addition and five much smaller ones.

How a Sioux Falls woman became a worldwide advocate for giraffes

By Jill Callison | August 5, 2024

“They have mesmerized me my whole life.” From her new home in Sioux Falls, this woman is out to create a sanctuary for giraffes a world away.

How a $50K grant will combine literacy with learning about animals

By Pigeon605 Staff | July 29, 2024

Elementary students will be growing their reading skills while they experience up-close learning around animals thanks to a recent grant.

As report finds Delbridge Museum collection largely in good shape, city considers next steps

By Jodi Schwan | July 15, 2024

A report finds that the majority of mounts in the Delbridge Collection are in good shape – and spells out some options for the city and Great Plains Zoo.

Lions return to the Great Plains Zoo after decades-long absence

By Jodi Schwan | June 27, 2024

After 30 years, lions have returned to the Great Plains Zoo. Take a look!

From kits to pods, sensory-inclusive services grow at area venues

By Jacqueline Palfy | June 10, 2024

While they’re meant to be fun, certain places also can cause sensory overload. From the zoo to the Premier Center, here’s how they’re offering alternatives.

3 special events to check out this month at Butterfly House & Aquarium, Great Plains Zoo

By Submitted | June 5, 2024

From ocean exploration to an adults-only night, June is filled with new and memorable events at the Great Plains Zoo and Butterfly House & Aquarium.

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