For 150 years, Roger Williams Park Zoo has connected people with nature, providing engaging experiences that inspire and empower adults and children to join us in conserving wildlife and wild places. Community outreach is vital to the success of our mission. The Zoo is committed to providing a safe, accessible place for all to learn, discover and create life-long connections with our wild world.
RWPZoo is proud to offer the following opportunities for families, organizations and educators:
Roger Williams Park Zoo is offering a discounted membership to community members who participate in Rhode Island's EBT program.
If you are an adult EBT cardholder and currently reside in Rhode Island, you may be eligible to receive a discounted Family membership. The Family level membership includes 2 adults in the same household and up to 4 children or grandchildren. Memberships are intended for one household, and are non-refundable and non-transferrable. As a Roger Williams Park Zoo member, you will also receive discounts on special events like the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular, food and gift purchases, party rentals, education programs, and more.
For details, or to take advantage of this offer, please contact the Membership Department at 401-785-3510 ext. 375 or email at membership@rwpzoo.org Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm.
First Saturday of the Month is Free for Residents of the City of Providence
As a “thank you” to Providence residents whose tax money helps to support the Zoo, the first Saturday of every month is free to residents of the City of Providence (not East or North Providence). A valid ID and proof of residency* must be shown at the ticket window.
*Acceptable forms of identification or residency include a driver’s license, State issued ID, Providence Municipal IDs, lease agreement, utility bill, etc.
Library pass memberships allow library patrons special access to exclusive discounts, redeemable online. Unlike most discounts, our Library Pass discount is valid during peak periods, including weekends, holidays, and school vacations. Library staff can join today here >.
To request a donation of zoo tickets for your non-profit organization's fundraiser, fill out our online dontation request form >.
Please note: We receive many donation requests throughout the year, and we regret that it’s not possible to fulfill every request. To be considered, please fill out the online request form at least two months in advance.
2022 ZooCamp Scholarships are now available!
Application Deadline: April 11, 2022
The ZooCamp Scholarship Fund for Children with Autism is a collaborative effort of the Paul V. Sherlock Center on Disabilities at Rhode Island College and Roger Williams Park Zoo with the objective to increase accessibility of summer ZooCamp to children on the autism spectrum while providing supports for success.