Franklin Farm
Experience farm life in the middle of Boston! This habitat features a petting zoo, where children can see and touch friendly goats in the warmer weather. Explore the brooder building, where newly-hatched chicks keep warm, and visit the chicken coop to greet several species of chickens. The main barn houses ponies, Guinea hogs, donkeys, sheep and goats.
Petting Zoo Hours
Through October 12: Weekends & holidays, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Please note: Closed daily from 12:30–1:00 p.m. for lunch.
Weather and staffing permitting.
Farm Chats
Don’t miss our daily chat at 10:00 a.m. Discover more about the animals of Franklin Farm with our educators.
