The Creature Conservancy, located at 4940 Ann Arbor-Saline Road, Ann Arbor, MI, is open to the public on weekends from 12 pm to 5 pm. Small private events, private tours, and educational programs are available by advance reservation only. You are welcome to visit the outside area free of charge - donations are encouraged!
Weekend Open Hours
We are open to the public on Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00pm - 5:00pm.
The Featured Animal Program changes monthly - come back often!
Unlimited free admission is included with the purchase of an annual membership.
Click on the picture for the program schedule and more information.
Please Help!
These are difficult times for The Creature Conservancy.
Please consider donating whatever you can to help support our mission. All donations are very much appreciated.
Click on the picture to donate now!
New Hours!
New Schedule!
Admission may be purchased at the door only.
During the month of November, the Stone Stage Program, which features our cougar, is not appropriate for youngsters who are unable to sit still for 20 minutes.
*Winter Break Day Camps*
Looking for a special activity during the holidays? Check out our Winter Break day camps!
We are offering camps for 1st and 2nd graders and 3rd and 4th graders during the winter break.
Sign up early to secure a spot - space is very limited!
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**Art & Animals**
December 14th 7-10pm Adults 21+
Preregistration is Required $40/person
Unleash your inner artist! You will meet Widget, our Patagonian mara. Learn about Patagonian maras from one of our wildlife educators. Then create your very own painting of a mara with the help of our featured local artist, Mary Lewison. All supplies and instruction will be provided. Bring your own snacks and drinks.
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Santa Claus & Creatures
December 7th & 13th 6:30 - 8:00pm
Preregistration is Required Ages 5+
Kick off the holidays with a fun evening designed for the younger set! We are honored that Santa will be joining us during his busy season to read a story as well as meet children and hear their wishes. There will be a short program with cool animals (reindeer, kangaroo, Canada lynx, three-banded armadillo)! Enjoy cookies and cocoa or milk, take pictures, and view the animals too!
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First Fridays ~
Open Hours for Adults~
December 6th 7-9pm Adults (18+) $15/person
This is an opportunity for adults to enjoy an Open Hours’ program with more in depth information. The animals are the same as those that will appear for the rest of the month.
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Tickets are purchased at the door. Members are free!
Birthdays & More!
We are excited to offer birthday parties and small celebrations! Currently, parties and small group events are offered on weekends at 11am or 3pm for participants from ages 7 to 107!
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Participants must be at least 10 years old for a full private tour which includes the opportunity to feed a sloth, tortoises, muntjac deer, and the African crested porcupines. Modified private family tours, which do not include animal feeding opportunities, are available for younger families. Click on the picture for more information and to request a tour. Please feel free to call us with questions—734-929-9324.
Private Reptile Tour
Join us for an opportunity to meet members of our reptile family up close! You’ll be able to feed a chameleon, and touch many others such as: a Gila monster, a 13-foot Burmese python, and cane toads. Click on the picture (or, feel free to call us at 734-929-9324) for more information and to request a tour.
All participants must be at least 12 years old.
2025 Memberships - Now Available
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Benefits include unlimited free Open Hours admission, discounts on gift shop purchases and private parties or tours, advance notice for events, and priority registration for summer camps!
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VISITing US
We are located at 4940 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd, Ann Arbor, MI, 48103. Parking is in the main parking lot, shared with Animal Kingdom Veterinary Hospital and Creature Comforts Bed & Bath.
We are a smoke and vaping free campus.
Stay tuned for updates - We look forward to seeing you soon!
