Recognizable by their blue vests, our volunteer educators (or docents, as they have been known for much of their 35-year history) are passionate about interacting with guests of all ages. […]
Although construction on the Lion House was not complete until 1930, there were lions at Potter Park Zoo as early as 1924 according to Lansing State Journal articles at the […]
Fuzz is an Aldabra tortoise who joined Potter Park in the 1970’s and remained at the zoo for 29 years. His purchase was facilitated by a $500 donation to the Friends […]
Elk at Potter Park During the 2020 centennial year, elk returned to Potter Park. As one of the zoo’s first notable species, the elk is a wonderful symbol of Potter […]