Philadelphia, PA - As you approach PECO Primate Reserve, imagine for a minute that a group of primate conservationists has taken up residence in an abandoned timber mill to help save primates from around the world.
All over the two-and-a-half acres of indoor and outdoor exhibits, you'll hear the stories of real people who dedicate their lives to saving some of the world's most endangered primates and see orangutans, gorillas, gibbons, and more.
As you approach PECO Primate Reserve, imagine for a minute that a group of primate conservationists has taken up residence in an abandoned timber mill to help save primates worldwide. All over the 2.5 acres of indoor and outdoor exhibits, you'll hear the stories of real people who dedicate their lives to keeping some of the world's most endangered primates. Come closer and learn what the scientists are doing and how you can help.
Be sure to look for great attractions and programs during your visit. Keeper talks and primate training demonstrations are performed in and around the building throughout the day. Check the daily map for times and meeting locations. Throughout the day, primate interpreters are on hand to assist you. Feel free to ask them questions about the animals you see.
About the Zoo
The Philadelphia Zoo, located in the Centennial District of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on the Schuylkill River's west bank, was the United States' first zoo. Chartered by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania on March 21, 1859, its opening was delayed by the American Civil War until July 1, 1874. It opened with 1,000 animals and an admission price of 25 cents. For a brief time, the zoo also housed animals brought over from safari on behalf of the Smithsonian Institution, which had not yet built the National Zoo in the 1850s.
The Philadelphia Zoo is one of the premier zoos in the world for breeding animals that have been found difficult to breed in captivity. The zoo also works with many groups worldwide to protect the animals' natural habitats in their care.
The zoo is 42 acres (17 ha) and home to more than 1,300 animals, many rare and endangered. It features a children's zoo, a paddleboat lake, a rainforest-themed carousel, and many interactive and educational exhibits.
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