ZooMontana - Lewis and Clark Trail Experience

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ZooMontana is open every day of the year with the exception of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Inclement weather and special events may alter operational hours. / Summer Hours - (May-September) - 10am-5pm with last admission at 5pm / Winter Hours - (October-April) - 10am-3pm with last admission at 2pm

406-652-8100

Adults: $11.00 / Seniors (Age 55 and Over): $9.00 / Military (With Valid ID): $9.00 / Children (Age 3-15): $8.00 / Children 2 and Under: FREE / School and NonProfit Group Rate: $4.00 Group Rate (12 or More): $7.00 / Parking: FREE

Service animals only

lat: 45.7322656 long: -108.6206567

ZooMontana is an AZA accredited zoological/botanical garden, accredited arboretum and educational facility dedicated to the conservation of wildlife throughout Montana and the 45th parallel of earth. ZooMontana cares for over 80 animals of 56 different species, including Amur Tigers, Grizzly Bear, Wolverine, River Otters, Takin, and Canada Lynx, among others, most of which are rescues. ZooMontana is dedicated to the mantra “quality over quantity,” meaning the focus is not on how many animals the Zoo has, but how well those here are cared for. As one of the few Zoological parks in the country that does not receive public tax support, ZooMontana raises necessary operating funds through admissions, memberships, events and private contributions.

Located in the picturesque tourist destination of Billings, Montana, ZooMontana offers visitors a unique opportunity to learn about Yellowstone ecosystem fauna through direct observation, interpretive displays, and experiential educational programs. Annually, community and educational programs serve over 15,000 students and over 120,000 visitors, most of whom hail from the northern Rockies. Led by an energetic and dynamic staff, ZooMontana enjoys strong community support through volunteerism, donations, and outreach.

Bruno the Grizzly Bear

Bruno the Grizzly Bear

Amur Tiger Fun

Fierca the Canada Lynx

Fierca the Canada Lynx

Roxie the Box Turtle

Roxie the Box Turtle

Grey Wolf

Baby North American River Otter

Baby North American River Otter

A little Tiger roll in the grass

A little Tiger roll in the grass

Sam the North American River Otter

Sam the North American River Otter

Sydney the Laughing Kookaburra

Sydney the Laughing Kookaburra

Taboo the Tarantula

Taboo the Tarantula

Takin

Bandy the Southern Armadillo

Bandy the Southern Armadillo

A great place to hold an event

A great place to hold an event

Best Buds

A unique and beautiful place to be married

A unique and beautiful place to be married

Holiday Fun

An accredited Arboretum

An accredited Arboretum

Beautiful Grounds

Beautiful Grounds

AZA Accredited

AZA Accredited

Spitzer the African Hedgehog

Spitzer the African Hedgehog

Phe the baby Miniature Donkey

Phe the baby Miniature Donkey

Nearby Attractions

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The Crossings Bed & Breakfast

The Crossings Bed & Breakfast

1807 Front St, Billings, MT 59101, USA
Distance: 3.40 Away

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Yellowstone Cellars & Winery

Yellowstone Cellars & Winery, Holiday Circle, Billings, MT, USA
Distance: 3.41 Away

Food and Drinks Wineries

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Riverfront Park

Riverfront Park

Riverfront Park, State Secondary Highway 416, Billings, MT, USA
Distance: 4.23 Away

Outdoor Experiences

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Montana Fun Adventures

Montana Fun Adventures

Montana Fun Adventures, Howard Avenue, Billings, MT, USA
Distance: 4.40 Away

Guided Tours Outdoor Experiences

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Zimmerman Park

Zimmerman Park

Zimmerman Park, Montana 3, Billings, MT, USA
Distance: 5.10 Away

Outdoor Experiences Walks and Hikes

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Moss Mansion Museum

Moss Mansion Museum

Moss Mansion, Division Street, Billings, MT, USA
Distance: 6.01 Away

Galleries and Venues

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Yellowstone County Museum

Yellowstone County Museum

Yellowstone County Museum, Terminal Circle, Billings, MT, USA
Distance: 6.28 Away

Museums and Interpretive Centers Guided Tours

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Wise Wonders Science and Discovery Museum

Wise Wonders Science and Discovery Museum

Wise Wonders Science and Discovery Museum, 2nd Avenue North, Billings, MT, USA
Distance: 6.33 Away

Museums and Interpretive Centers

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Western Heritage Center

Western Heritage Center

Western Heritage Center, Montana Avenue, Billings, MT, USA
Distance: 6.46 Away

Museums and Interpretive Centers Guided Tours

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Yellowstone Art Museum

Yellowstone Art Museum

Yellowstone Art Museum, North 27th Street, Billings, MT, USA
Distance: 6.61 Away

Galleries and Venues Museums and Interpretive Centers

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Billings, Montana

Billings, Montana

Billings Chamber of Commerce, 815 South 27th Street, Billings, MT 59101, USA
Distance: 6.69 Away

Outdoor Experiences

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Harry Koyama Fine Art

Harry Koyama Fine Art

Harry Koyama Fine Art, Montana Avenue, Billings, MT, USA
Distance: 6.71 Away

Galleries and Venues

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If you are thinking about what you could get someo

If you are thinking about what you could get someone who loves the history of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, think about...

Connecting with the Nez Perce (Nimiipuu) way of life through Nez Perce Traditions! (Traditions). This amazing business offers handcrafted items from tribal and local artists, including beaded jewelry, deer-hide baby moccasins, warrior art, medicine bags, dresses decorated with cowrie shells, a beaded cradleboard, horse forehead ornaments, apparel, beauty and self-care products and more.

The shop’s goal is to invest, support and promote local Indigenous and diverse artisans. Drop into their storefront in beautiful downtown Lewiston’s Newberry Square, Idaho, for a custom authentic tribal shopping experience. Or call or shop online, and check their Facebook site, authentic tribal shopping experience (https://www.facebook.com/nezpercetraditions/), to see new arrivals, sales and specials. The Facebook page also announces when Traditions will appear at local art shows and events.

While visiting, if you have the time, be sure to book a Nez Perce tour as well!

https://www.lewisandclark.travel/listing/nez-perce-traditions-nimiipuu-gift-shop/

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Site of the Week: Locust Grove Locust Grove was e

Site of the Week: Locust Grove

Locust Grove was established in 1792 by William and Lucy Clark Croghan and has seen many famous people over the years. Among them are Presidents James Monroe and Andrew Jackson and the famous naturalist John James Audubon. Lewis and Clark also visited the house and regaled them with stories of the west over dinner.

Locust Grove is situated in Louisville, Kentucky, about 4,000 feet south of the Ohio River. Surrounding the house is a well-maintained grass lawn with a parking lot for visitors. Besides the house itself, there is a visitor’s center with a gift shop. Guides offer highly informative tours of the house, giving visitors a view into what life was like for these members of the Clark family. Besides being a significant site for Lewis and Clark historians, one room on the first floor of Locust Hill also housed former American Revolution General George Rogers Clark (brother to both Lucy Croghan and William Clark) during the final years of his life.

Photos of Locust Grove Courtesy of Cait Clark.

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Check out our YouTube Channel! We have some great

Check out our YouTube Channel!

We have some great content being posted there every Saturday - you’ll see videos related to personal stories and adventures on the trail, special reports on various trail locations, and much more!

Be sure to subscribe and share with friends as well!

https://www.youtube.com/@lewisandclarktrailalliance

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Here’s a summary of another video you can find there, ‘ Where Louisville Begins - Visit Historic Locust Grove’:

“This c.1792 Georgian mansion tells the story of its owners, William and Lucy Clark Croghan, and the story of American beginnings. William and Lucy Clark Croghan and Lucy’s brother, General George Rogers Clark, welcomed a generation of American luminaries to their home to rest, dialogue, campaign, and duel. Presidents James Monroe and Andrew Jackson, John James Audubon, Cassius Marcellus C, and Lewis and Clark—among others—all passed through Locust Grove. Now a National Historic Landmark, Locust Grove is a unique example of early Kentucky architecture, craftsmanship, and history.

Director of Interpretation Kaitlyn Tisdale takes us on a virtual tour of this historic location.

Learn more about Louisville history at https://lewis-clark.org/?s=locust+grove”

(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1kfBtR17m8)

Park of the Week: Harpers Ferry National Historica

Park of the Week: Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

Positioned at the meeting place of three states (Virginia, West Virginia, and Maryland) and the confluence of two major rivers (the Potomac and the Shenandiah), it is not surprising that Harpers Ferry National Historical Park has seen quite a bit of history. The town was the site of John Brown’s Raid and changed hands between the North and the South eight times throughout the course of the Civil War. It was also visited by George Washington in 1785 as he gauged the need for canals and sluices on the Potomac River.

Many visitors are shocked to find that Harpers Ferry also claims a major role in the success of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. In 1803, Meriwether Lewis stopped at Harpers Ferry as he prepared for his famous journey to the Pacific Ocean. At the time of his visit, Harpers Ferry was the home of the United States Armory and Arsenal. Resultantly, Lewis ordered the production of 15 powder horns, 30 bullet molds, 30 ball screws, extra rifle and musket locks, gunsmith's repair tools, several dozen tomahawks, 24 large knives, and a collapsible iron boat frame. These weapons and tools were used by the members of the expedition as they braved the great wilderness of western North America.

Today, the buildings of Harpers Ferry Historical Park are home to a series of small museums, artisan boutiques, and restaurants. Though the United States Armory and Arsenal itself was burnt down during the Civil War, visitors can still read about Meriwether Lewis’s time in Harpers Ferry on informational signs and inside one of the small onsite museums dedicated to the armaments of the expedition. Tours dedicated to the history of Harpers Ferry also detail Lewis’s time and lodgings as he stayed in town.

Photos credited to Mitchell Pence and Cait Clark, 2024

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Our new APP is now available! Check it out if you

Our new APP is now available! Check it out if you haven’t yet to bring the adventure and magic of the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail on your mobile device. Scan the QR code here or find it on your app store.