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Reid Park Zoological Society

Tucson, AZ, US • 20 - 49 Employees
Non-Profit

REID PARK ZOOReid Park Zoo's mission is "to encourage commitment to the conservation of biological diversity and to provide educational and fun experiences for visitors of all ages."The Zoo, founded in 1965 with a collection of birds, prairie dogs, farm animals, and a few squirrel monkeys, has expanded to a 24-acre campus that houses hundreds of animals in naturalistic exhibits and annually hosts over 600,000 visitors. Reid Park Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).To be accredited, zoos must undergo a thorough investigation to ensure that they have met, and will continue to meet, ever-rising standards. These standards encompass animal care, veterinary programs, conservation, education, and safety. AZA requires zoos and aquariums to successfully complete this rigorous accreditation process every five years.REID PARK ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETYThe mission of the Reid Park Zoological Society is "To support, advocate for, and enhance the value of Reid Park Zoo for the community."Founded in 1975 and officially incorporated in 1976, Reid Park Zoological Society is a membership-based 501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation that supports the city-owned Reid Park Zoo.