New exhibit opens Sunday, Nov. 10

Erie Zoo

100 years of the Erie Zoo 

Step into a captivating journey through 100 years of Erie Zoological history, where the past and present collide in an immersive display of conservation, animal care, and environmental change.

This unique exhibit showcases animals, timelines, vintage photographs, and artifacts that trace the history.

With a blend of nostalgia, education, and hope for the future, the exhibit serves as both a tribute to past achievements and a call to action for the next 100 years. 

Come on in and share the memories! 

Last Free Day of 2024: Nov. 10

Free admission v2

Mark your calendar for Sunday, Nov. 10!

It's a busy day! You'll see some new exhibits, some current exhibits and get a chance to talk to our friends at the Erie Society for Genealogical Research and the City of Erie is also hosting its first "Mapping Our History" event with us as part of the Citywide Resources Survey. Join City staff to help map historical and cultural resources, and landmarks by sharing stories, photos, and voice recordings. It's all at the Erie campus 356 West 6th Street.

What you’ll see:

  • Erie Zoo exhibit celebrates 100 years of history, and we'll pay tribute to its accomplishments. (Opening Nov. 10)
  • Our newest popup exhibit shares some terrific history of women's bowling in Erie, Pa.
  • Have you seen the Story of Us? We refresh this award-winning exhibit every few months. Every time you visit, you'll see something new. 
  • Visit our Carriage House Gift Shop for great gift ideas. 
  • Thanks to our sponsor Erie Insurance. 

Host an Event

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Create the wedding or event of your dreams in a Victorian mansion or rustic farmhouse, right in Erie County! Step back in time and enjoy the natural beauty of the Hagen History Center’s grounds for your special day.

Regarded as one of the best wedding and event venues in Erie, Pennsylvania, the Hagen History Center is the perfect backdrop for a Victorian-inspired, unforgettable experience.

Located in Erie, Pa., the Hagen History Center’s West Sixth Street Campus, which includes the Watson-Curtze Mansion and the President’s Room, is conveniently located near downtown Erie, close to hotels and Bayfront attractions. The Hagen’s Girard Campus includes the Yellow House, an elegant farmhouse situated on more than 130 acres.

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