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A wide variety of ecosystems presented, including a rainforest building, as well as tigers, otters, bison, etc. During the summer, usually late July/early August there are free theatrical showings, usually Shakespeare called "Shakespeare in the Park". The Beardsley park is also a lovely place to picnic.
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, located in Bridgeport, Connecticut, is the only Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA)–accredited zoo in the state of Connecticut. The zoo includes one of the few carousels in the state. The zoo has around 500 animals, from over 100 species, and welcomes about 280,000 visitors a year.
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The main branch in Bridgeport. The third floor has a well-maintained historical collection with rotating exhibits and lots of genealogy information.
Exhibits about P.T. Barnum and the history of the city. It is downtown, within walking distance to some great architecture downtown.
A performing arts theater with a variety of performances throughout the year. If you enjoy the symphony, the Greater Bridgeport Symphony performs regularly.
Bridgeport's seaside park so to speak. It was made possible by the foresight of PT Barnum who wished for people to have access to the waterfront when at the time it was all privatized, and includes a statue of him, cannons, and a drive-thru arch, plus plenty of skyline and coastal views.