The Tropics Complex

An immersive conservation experience
for the next generation.

A Transformative Project

The next phase of Seneca Park Zoo's Wilder Vision Plan is the development of the Tropics Complex, guest engagement center, and reimagined entry plaza. This project is not simply more zoo, it is a globally immersive conservation experience rooted in Rochester’s identity and the Zoo's educational mission.

Once completed, the Tropics Complex will be the only one of its kind in North America. Guests won't just observe ecosystems, they'll move through them. Species from Madagascar, Borneo, and the Indo-Pacific including orangutan, lemur, komodo dragon, and jellyfish, and an indoor rainforest will draw year-round visitors from our region and beyond.

A Zoo For the Next Generation

Conservation

Immersive habitats inspire action for wildlife by connecting guests with the people, species, and ecosystems at the heart of global conservation efforts. From the rainforests of Borneo to the unique biodiversity of Madagascar, visitors will discover how protecting tropical habitats helps sustain the health of our planet.

Education

The new Tropics Complex will expand Seneca Park Zoo’s role as a year-round center for conservation education, giving students and guests immersive opportunities to explore some of the world’s most biodiverse ecosystems. Through hands-on learning, interactive experiences, and flexible classroom space, the complex will help connect global wildlife conservation to the community.

Inclusion

Buildings and experiences that serve as a national model for inclusion with features designed specifically to ensure the Zoo is a safe and welcome place for all. This community needs and deserves an accessible Zoo. 

The Imperative for Inclusivity

The Future of Seneca Park Zoo

This project is not simply more zoo, it's a whole new experience.

Hands On Learning

Reimagined Guest Experience

All drawings, renderings, and images are conceptual and may not fully reflect the final design.

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