Discover one of America's Best Zoos
Consistently ranked among the nation's best, Sedgwick County Zoo is the seventh largest zoo by land area in the United States, spanning 247 acres and home to more than 3,000 animals representing nearly 400 species. Recently named one of USA TODAY's 10Best Zoos, it's also home to the Reed Family Elephants of the Zambezi River Valley, recognized as one of USA TODAY's 10Best Zoo Exhibits. In 2025, the zoo made history when it welcomed four African elephant calves in a single year — the first AZA-accredited zoo in the United States to achieve this remarkable conservation milestone.
Meet Wichita's famous elephant family
There's never been a better time to visit the Reed Family Elephants of the Zambezi River Valley. In 2025, Sedgwick County Zoo became the first AZA-accredited zoo in the United States to welcome four African elephant calves in a single year, making history and national headlines while delighting visitors from across the country. Today, guests can watch the playful young elephants explore one of the nation's top-ranked elephant habitats while seeing the herd interact throughout the day.
Reed Family Elephants of the Zambezi River Valley
One of the country's premier elephant habitats, this award-winning exhibit gives guests an up-close look at one of North America's largest African elephant herds. Named one of USA TODAY's 10Best Zoo Exhibits, it's also where history was made in 2025 with the births of four African elephant calves — a first for any AZA-accredited zoo in the United States. Don't miss the opportunity to watch the calves splash, play and interact with the rest of the herd throughout the day.
Event Space
Have your next meeting or event next to exotic animals by booking at the Sedgwick County Zoo. With tours available to guests, the zoo is the perfect unique venue for your next gathering. There are eight meeting rooms, the largest of which holds 350 people.
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