Throwback Thursday: The History of Rhinos at Potter Park Zoo
Rhinos Become the BIG Species at the Zoo In the 1970s and ‘80s Potter Park Zoo had two singleton elephants at different times. There will be more on that topic […]
Month: August 2020
Throwback Thursday: The Zoo’s Oldest Building
The oldest building still standing at the zoo was built in 1921. The animal collection was growing in the park, and additional housing was needed. A new animal building – […]
Throwback Thursday: Family Traditions at Potter Park and the Zoo
One hundred years ago Potter Park was thriving in the budding park system of Lansing. City leaders were correct in their prediction that its natural beauty among the oaks and […]
Throwback Thursday: The Beginning of Potter Park Zoo
The Park Potter Park was dedicated in 1915, after an agreement was reached between James W. Potter and the City of Lansing for the donation of 58 acres of land […]