Casey Atkins
The Zoo & the Community
Through collaborations with local organizations, we share knowledge and resources to create positive community impact. Our programs engage children, youth, and adults—particularly from underserved communities—in forming lifelong connections with nature.
Community Pass Program
Our Community Pass program is now part of our group sales program. Registered 501(c)(3) nonprofits receive our nonprofit group rate, and individuals and families may may also qualify for our EBT, WIC, and ConnectorCare community-access rates.
Already have a community pass in hand? It'll be honored until it expires. There's no need to return or replace anything.
ConnectorCare Card Benefits
ConnectorCare cardholders receive general admission for $11 per person, including a $1.50 transaction fee for each ticket, for up to four people at both Franklin Park Zoo and Stone Zoo. Please be ready to present your card at the Admissions booth upon arrival. Offer is only valid for Massachusetts residents through Dec. 31, 2026.
Visit Health Connector website to purchase discounted tickets
If you have any questions, please call 617-989-2076 and our staff will be happy to assist you.
We are proud to participate in the Card to Culture program, a collaboration between Mass Cultural Council and the Department of Transitional Assistance, Massachusetts Health Connector, and Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Nutrition Program, by broadening accessibility to cultural programming. See the full list of participating organizations offering EBT, WIC, and ConnectorCare discounts.
Donations of Passes for Charitable Causes
We’re happy to consider donating to your fundraising efforts. 501(c)(3) organizations may receive one 4-pack of tickets via donation every 12 months. Zoo New England does not accept requests from individuals. We receive many donation requests throughout the year, and we regret that it’s not possible to fulfill every request. To be considered, please fill out our donation request form at least two months in advance.
EBT and WIC Benefits
Discounted General Admission Tickets
Massachusetts EBT and WIC cardholders receive general daytime admission for $7 per person, for up to four people. Offer valid for Massachusetts residents through Dec. 31, 2026.
Online tickets (EBT only): Verify your eligibility before purchasing by logging into or creating an ID.me account to confirm your identity and EBT affiliation. ID.me cannot be used for WIC accounts. WIC tickets must be purchased at the gate. For help navigating the ID.me application, please visit the ID.me Help Center.
Gate tickets: Please be ready to present your physical EBT or WIC card at the Admissions booth upon arrival.
If you have any questions, please call 617-541-5466 or email us and our staff will be happy to assist you.
Discounted Family Membership
For $45, EBT and WIC cardholders can become Family Level members and enjoy free general daytime admission to Franklin Park Zoo and Stone Zoo year-round. This membership includes two named adult cardholders and up to four children. Memberships are for one household and are non-refundable and non-transferrable. Offer valid for Massachusetts residents through Dec. 31, 2026.
Online Purchasing: To receive the EBT discount, you will need to verify your eligibility prior to purchasing your membership. You will be prompted to log into or create an account with ID.me to verify your identity and EBT affiliation. For help navigating the ID.me application, please visit the ID.me Help Center. Please note: ID.me cannot be used for WIC accounts. WIC memberships must be purchased at the gate.
Gate Purchasing: You may also purchase an EBT/WIC Membership at our admissions gates any time we're open. If purchasing your membership at the gate, please be ready to present your card at the Admissions booth upon arrival.
ZooLights (Stone Zoo) and Boston Lights (Franklin Park Zoo)
We offer discounted tickets for EBT/WIC cardholders at our annual events, ZooLights at Stone Zoo, and Boston Lights at Franklin Park Zoo.
Contact Us
Please call 617-989-2076 with any questions, and our staff will be happy to assist you.
We are proud to participate in the Card to Culture program, a collaboration between Mass Cultural Council and the Department of Transitional Assistance, Massachusetts Health Connector, and Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Nutrition Program, by broadening accessibility to cultural programming. See the full list of participating organizations offering EBT, WIC, and ConnectorCare discounts.
Event Partnerships
Community celebrations play a major role in our outreach initiatives, and we welcome partnerships with local organizations to reach new audiences. Check out our upcoming events or contact us by email at or call 781-438-9503 to discuss new event partnerships.
Library Pass Program
Our Library Pass Program provides discounted year-round admission at 40% off daytime admission for up to six guests at both Franklin Park Zoo and Stone Zoo. The discount is applied at the gate.
- $400 Explorer Pass: includes 200 discounted tickets.
- $250 Voyager Pass: includes 100 discounted tickets.
- Children under 2 always receive free admission.
- Additional guests beyond those covered by the pass pay full admission.
- Give out as many or as few passes at a time as you like.
- You can order more than one book at a time — reorder when you run out.
- Please allow two to three weeks for processing.
Contact us for more information.
Nonprofit Group Admission
Community-oriented 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations can enjoy frequent visits at a discounted group rate of $10 per person (adult and child) at both Zoos. Nonprofit group admission is booked through our group sales program; a minimum of 10 people (ages 2 and older) and a reservation are required. Children under 2 are always free.
