A hit with locals and visiting families, the Blank Park Zoo sits on ... to the animals, the zoo offers a variety of kid-friendly experiences, including train, carousel and camel rides, as well ...

You can visit the new macaque and the rest of her family in their habitat just east of the carousel. To learn more about the Blank Park Zoo or their upcoming Safari Soiree visit their website.

Blank Park Zoo is welcoming a cute new addition to the family: MJ, the 7-year-old snow leopard. MJ is from the Bronx Zoo and moved to Des Moines based on a recommendation of the Species Survival Plan.

DES MOINES, Iowa — The Blank Park Zoo made use of some unused space and launched their new Play + Do program this year. Zoo educators invite children of all ages to enjoy immersive, hands-on ...