The Association of Zoos & Aquariums

Buttonwood Park Zoo is an AZA-accredited Zoo

Accreditation means that the Buttonwood Park Zoo meets the high standards of the AZA for exhibit quality, animal care, educational programs and conservation projects.

There are only about 200 AZA accredited zoos and aquariums in the United States, out of the more than 1,000 animal exhibiters licensed by the United States Department of Agriculture. The AZA is a leader in global wildlife conservation and is dedicated to providing excellent care for animals and educating the public about wildlife, habits and conservation.

In its 2003 Accreditation Report, the AZA called Buttonwood Park Zoo...

“one of the finest small zoos in the United States.”

Learn more about the AZA by visiting their website!

Reciprocal Admission

Your membership card entitles you to free admission to 120 zoos and aquariums that participate in the Reciprocal Admissions Program.

Check AZA For Everyonefor the current list of zoos and aquariums that participate in the AZA Reciprocal Admissions Program.

Please note: Roger Williams Park Zoo does not particpate in the reciprocal admission program with the Buttonwood Park Zoo.