The Lion's Pride opened in 1989 as a naturalistic display for African Lions. It provides a unique opportunity for visitors to view an actual pride of lions from three different viewing areas. The Children's Zoo , sponsored by Security Benefit, opened in 1992 as a place for kids of all ages to interact with animals in a controlled setting. Kids can interact with cows, lamma, goats, sheep and pigs in this area. The Quiet Garden first opened in 1995 as a place to relax and reflect.
Visitors can spend time watching butterflies and birds and enjoy the beauty of flowering plants.
Most recently, Black Bear Woods opened in 1996 as one of the largest naturalistic bear exhibits. This habitat provides more than 20,000 square feet of space for these animals. For additional information, or more details on any of the exhibits, take this link to the Zoo's own website, maintained by the Topeka Zoo staff.