The Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo

The Zoo is home to more than 50 species of animals—about 200 specimens in all—many of which are brought into classrooms as part of the Junior Museum & Zoo's science outreach program with local schools. Some of the animals include bobcats, raccoons, jungle bats, hedgehogs, ferrets, snakes, fresh water fish and invertebrates, birds, turtles and a giant tortoise!

We offer a menagerie of science programs for schools and community groups, as well as classes, summer camps and birthday parties for families.

The Friends of the Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo manage this page and are dedicated to supporting and enhancing the Palo Alto Junior Museum & Zoo. The Friend also manage the JMZ membership program. For more information about membership or to join, visit friendsjmz.org or call us at (650) 326-6338.