For 150 years, the Zoo has connected people with wildlife to inspire a love and appreciation for the environment and its animals. From our hands-on Wild Connections animal encounters, to witnessing our giant otters splash and slide down their waterslide - these moments tell a story and create connections that last a lifetime. It is with each experience that we create future leaders with a desire to protect and save species.

So much to see and do at Southwick’s Zoo!

Located in the heart of the Blackstone River Valley, just minutes away from Routes 495 and 146, Southwick’s Zoo offers a full day of family fun!

Spanning over 200 acres, Southwick’s Zoo is New England’s largest zoological experience. Southwick’s is home to over 850 animals in naturalistic habitats including lions, tigers, giraffes, chimpanzees, white rhinos, two-toed sloths, and more. Visitors can also enjoy a variety of attractions including the Skyfari Sky Ride, Woodland Express Train, Soaring Eagle Zip Line, 35-acre Deer Forest, petting zoo, walk-through aviary, presentations and keeper talks, the Rainforest Adventure Maze, the EARTH Discovery Center, and so much more! It’s more than just a zoo, it’s an adventure!

Discover the historic & contemporary milestones of the Providence waterways on our fun & relaxing 50-minute narrated tours!

The New England charm still exists at Blissful Meadows, from the historic buildings, abandoned "Scadden Silver Mine", 100's of feet of original stone walls, and 100 year-old farm machinery. They all contribute to that feeling you get at Blissful Meadows, bringing you back to a simpler time, a more relaxed time, time when families worked together, and played together.