This article originally appeared on Akron Beacon Journal: Patricia Simmons, former director of Akron Zoo, passes away after 5 ...

Brew at the Akron Zoo to include samples of beer and wine, mocktails, food trucks, animatronic dinosaurs this weekend.

Akron Zoo officials say they do not yet know the gender of the newborn ape since it is still bonding with its mom.

If you're a sports fan, you must check out the LeBron James' Home Court museum at House Three Thirty in Akron. Located down ...

An elderly male lion at the Akron Zoo, described as a “staple icon” has been diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, the zoo announced over the weekend.

Akron Zoo guests who wear orange clothing will receive free admission during Inclusion Days, March 1-3. Skip to Article. Set weather. Back To Main Menu Close. Quick Look- ...

AKRON, Ohio — The Akron Zoo has announced the birth of a baby white-cheeked gibbon, a critically endangered species. According to a release, the zoo’s adult female gibbon, Parker, gave birth ...

AKRON, Ohio -- The Akron Zoo's new certification as sensory inclusive could make a big difference for zoo visitors who struggle with autism or stress triggered by crowds, loud noises, and lights.

AKRON, Ohio (AP) — They say there’s an inner artist hidden inside of everyone.The Akron Zoo is proving there’s an inner artist inside of everything.Whether it hisses, hops, flutters or ...

Doctors, nurses, patients and community members gathered July 9 in the Akron Children’s Atrium lobby to celebrate the debut of Akron Children’s new mascot, Pip. Officials from Akron Public Schools, ...

Boo at the Akron Zoo will take place Saturdays and Sundays on Oct. 14-15, 21-22 and 28-29 from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Online ticket holders can enter the event at 10:30 am.