AARP Hearing Center
181.4 ACRES
Beardsley Park was created, in part, by a donation to the City of 100 acres of land from cattle dealer James Beardsley in 1878. In 1884 the City contracted with renowned landscape architect Fredrick Law Olmsted to create a plan for the space. In 1920, Parks Commissioner Wesley Hayes began a campaign to create a zoo in the Park. This Zoo is Connecticut's only zoo, and features a carousel, a lovely greenhouse, and many fascinating exhibits.
Parks Office: 203-576-7233
Friday, Feb 6, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. ET
Zoom
Online Event
Saturday, Feb 7, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. ET
Mount Vernon High School
Alexandria , VA
Tuesday, Feb 24, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. ET
Haymarket Gainesville Library
Haymarket, VA