Have kids who love animals? If you're looking for animals near you on the North Shore, we have the list! From zoo animals to farm animals, and from the furry to the scaly, we have all the animals you'll need to please your little animal lover.
Here's where to find animals in on the North Shore:
Beverly Dog Park- Paddles Park- Beverly
46 L P Henderson Rd
Beverly, MA 01915
Beverly dog owners must have a dog park tag to use the dog park. Registered dog owners are eligible to receive a free tag.Dog owners must abide by the dog Park Rules.
The Beverly Dog Park relies on the support of the community and hosts several fundraising events through out the year. We hope to see you at our next event!
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Sweet Paws Rescue- Groveland
310 Main Street
Groveland, MA 01834
We are a Northeast destination for dog and cat adoptions and human-animal bond programing by using our experience and team of talent to change the national landscape of animal welfare, while continuing to advocate and rescue animals in under-resourced areas of the country.
Russell Orchard- Ipswich
143 Argilla Rd.
Ipswich, MA
978-356-5366
Our beloved barnyard animals are almost as well-known as our cider donuts. These critters are here for a number of reasons, chiefly for your enjoyment. Some have jobs to do like the chickens and pigs, and some are just for cuteness!. From time to time we acquire a senior citizen from another farm or as a rescue and they go on to live out their days here basking in the attention of thousands of new admirers. We have had quite a menagerie over the years, even peacocks and potbellied pigs. Our animals nowadays are what you might consider the classic barnyard animals, nothing exotic or fancy, just happy to see you.
Stone Zoo
149 Pond Street
Stoneham, MA, 02180
Laugh at the toothy grin of an alligator, marvel at the majesty of a snow leopard, scritch the ears of a dwarf goat at the petting zoo: Do all this and more at the Stone Zoo, where visitors can walk through a series of environments hosting a huge variety of animals. River otters frolic in Treetops and Riverbeds; jaguars and cougars prowl in the Sierra Madre; yak climb the Himalayan Highlands; and black bear brothers Smoky and Bubba play in the Yukon Creek exhibit. Hands-on activities are featured in the Animal Discovery Center, there is a playground and a children’s train ride; and fun in a nature play area includes fort building and climbing into an oversized bird’s nest.
Joppa Flatts Education Center- Newburyport
1 Plum Island Turnpike
Newburyport, MA 01950
Joppa Flats Education Center offers unique educational opportunities for people of all ages. Here, you can explore the region’s wildlife-rich habitats (salt marshes, mudflats, rivers, bays, and coastal waters) through guided tours, marine touch tanks, art exhibits, drop-in programs, and interpretive displays.
Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary- Topsfield
87 Perkins Row
Topsfield, MA 01983
Whether exploring by foot or paddling down our namesake river, you will marvel at the diversity of wildlife, especially bird species—the sanctuary is part of the Eastern Essex County Interior Forest Important Bird Area.
Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Store- Danvers
301 Newbury Street
Danvers, MA 01923
Wild Birds Unlimited is the original and largest system of backyard bird feeding and nature specialty stores with more than 300 locations throughout the United States and Canada. Wild Birds Unlimited specializes in bringing people and nature together with bird feeding and nature products, expert advice and educational events.
Connors Farm- Danvers
30 Valley Road (Rt. 35)
Danvers, Massachusetts 01923
Connors Farm opens for the season on June 11. It's known for the great area where little ones can pet and feed barnyard friends along with a special spot designated just for farm babies. Please note that the farm stand and playground area are currently closed. Call ahead to find out if the pet and feed area is open. This is a wonderful place to experience season family fun.
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Worth the drive from The North Shore
If you're up for a little road trip, here are additional spots worth the drive from the North Shore MA to see animals:
Davis Farmland- Sterling
145 Redstone Hill,
Sterling, MA 01564
Create lasting memories in Davis Farmland’s Animal Showcase. Pet, cuddle, and feed North America’s largest collection of endangered livestock breeds. Ride a pony, take a Safari Hayride out to the back pastures to meet our largest animals. Be a junior farmer by helping the farmers milk a goat, collect chicken eggs, bottle feed the babies, and groom the animals. Check out the reptile ranch and the Moo Moo fun stations. Its a interactive, educational and super fun experience!
Seacoast Science Center- Rye NH
570 Ocean Boulevard
Rye, NH 03870-2104
Get up close and personal with the fascinating creatures that live just outside our doors. Learn about whales and other marine mammals of the Gulf of Maine and about the work we do to protect them. Discover the wonders of our Blue Planet and how you can help protect it.
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Franklin Park Zoo- Boston
1 Franklin Park Rd.
Boston, MA 02121
Summer Hours
(April 1 - September 30)
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Zoo New England's mission is to inspire people to protect and sustain the natural world for future generations by creating fun and engaging experiences that integrate wildlife and conservation programs, research, and education.
Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory & Gardens- South Deerfield
281 Greenfield Road (Routes 5 & 10)
South Deerfield, MA 01373
Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory & Gardens, opened in October of 2000, consists of an 18,400-square foot facility that includes a 8,000-sq. ft. glass conservatory filled with butterflies, moths and tropical vegetation.
1 Central Wharf
Boston MA 02110
Phone: 617-973-5200
Enjoy extraordinary animal experiences from afar! While streaming live from the New England Aquarium, our aquarists and trainers will share fascinating facts about our animals and answer any questions you have.
2 Southwick St
Mendon, MA 01756
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!
222 Harrington Way
Worcester, MA 01604
The EcoTarium museum of science and nature in Worcester, Massachusetts, offers an indoor-outdoor experience to visitors of all ages. Guests are encouraged to explore three floors of indoor interactive exhibits, live animal habitats, daily Science Discovery programs, hikes through forest and meadow nature trails, outdoor imaginative play, and a train ride (seasonal) around the 45+ acre campus.
