Age group

Handicap accessible

Sanctuary

Internet Access

Zoo New England is dedicated to inspiring people to protect and sustain the natural world for future generations. Stone Zoo is located in Stoneham, MA near the sparkling Spot Pond reservoir and was founded in 1905 by Charles Price, Superintendent of the Metropolitan District Commission’s Middlesex Fells Reservation. In 1969, the site was renamed in honor of Walter D. Stone, a former Zoo Director. 

Zoo New England provides fun and engaging experiences that integrate wildlife and conservation programs, research, and education. To ensure the care and safety of the animals, in 1991, the Commonwealth Zoological Corporation (CZC) was created to maintain care, custody, and control of both Stone Zoo and Franklin Park Zoo. 

Zoo New England strives to provide a safe and enjoyable environment for families to connect with wildlife and learn about conservation. Through their interactive programs, they hope to inspire people to protect and sustain the natural world for future generations.

Nature

Farming

Field Trips

Moderate

Zoo New England educational programming includes live animal encounters, and content that meets teachers’ specific needs and curricular standards.

Educational Programs

Join us for our December Programs, where each day is filled with fun games and experiments, up-close animal encounters, and behind-the-scenes tours while we learn about the Zoo!

December Programs

Our after-school EdZOOcation sessions focus on different themes, and kids have the opportunity to see animals up-close while learning all about them!

Stone Zoo EdZOOcation Programs

Coed

Kids

Stone Zoo

Nice lighting in the zoo.
It was wonderful to see the snow leopards; they were stunning. 

Arlyn W

Fantastic customer service and a light show! 

Zephani S

Amanda Z

You can have a nice day with your family and visit amazing exhibitions and animals there.
There is a lot of space and a laid-back vibe. 

Russel C

wonderful personnel!
extremely informed and warm!
My children adored it! 