Welcome to Cosley Zoo
Cosley Zoo gives visitors up-close interactions with nature right in the heart of the suburbs. Nestled on five acres, Cosley Zoo is home to farm animals and native wildlife. Visitors will discover exhibits that immerse them in natural habitats for white-tailed deer, red fox, Blanding’s turtles, a coyote, and more. Cosley Zoo is also a center for animal education and conservation, offering programs that teach young and old how to care for the world around them and give back to the communities in which they live, work, and play.
Welcome to Cosley Zoo
Cosley Zoo gives visitors up-close interactions with nature right in the heart of the suburbs. Nestled on five acres, Cosley Zoo is home to farm animals and native wildlife. Visitors will discover exhibits that immerse them in natural habitats for white-tailed deer, red fox, Blanding’s turtles, a coyote, and more. Cosley Zoo is also a center for animal education and conservation, offering programs that teach young and old how to care for the world around them and give back to the communities in which they live, work, and play.
Welcome to Cosley Zoo
Cosley Zoo gives visitors up-close interactions with nature right in the heart of the suburbs. Nestled on five acres, Cosley Zoo is home to farm animals and native wildlife. Visitors will discover exhibits that immerse them in natural habitats for white-tailed deer, red fox, Blanding’s turtles, a coyote, and more. Cosley Zoo is also a center for animal education and conservation, offering programs that teach young and old how to care for the world around them and give back to the communities in which they live, work, and play.
PARKING LOT PLAN INFORMATION
April 26, 2024 Update
Daily Herald Article: Park district: No tax dollars will be spent expanding zoo parking
April 22, 2024 Update
Wheaton Park District Releases Final Plan and Cost Estimate for Additional Parking at Cosley Zoo
Plan Rendering (PDF)
April 17, 2024 Update
Updated Rendering
April 11, 2024 Update
Daily Herald Letter to Editor
April 1, 2024 Update
Daily Herald Letter to Editor
March 15, 2024 Update
Daily Herald Article: Wheaton reviewing controversial plan to expand Cosley Zoo parking
March 8, 2024 Update
Community Update & Cosley Zoo Parking Lot Expansion Plan Rendering
AMBASSADOR TO THE ANIMALS
Sue Wahlgren, Cosley Zoo Director interviewed on the podcast, The Local