Welcome to Arctic Tundra

polar bear peopleThe Arctic Tundra exhibit mirrors a coastal setting near Point Hope, Alaska.

Travel along sloping walkways into the "Far North" and encounter reindeer and Arctic foxes as well as massive muskox, known to the indigenous tundra people as "Oomingmak." 

Then venture further to see polar bears! Watch the bears swim in their 11-foot-deep saltwater pool from the observation platform or go downstairs to come nose-to-nose with them. Chat with keepers who care for these amazing animals during a Polar Bear Keeper Talk at 2:30 pm.

The polar bear exhibit earned the 1982 Exhibit Achievement Award from the American Zoo and Aquarium Association for "Best New Exhibit" of the year and is still regarded as among the best in the world.

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Global warming affects polar bears and other animals. Browse our climate change resources to learn how you can help. For example, did you know that we are an Idle-Free Zoo? You can help animals by turning off your car when stopped for more than 30 seconds. Small actions make a big difference!