Animal Art
Make memories watching one of our animal artists create a painted souvenir canvas
The Zoo has lots of talented animal artists who can create a one-of-a-kind work of art just for you!
Single Participant Tickets
Every participant will get to watch one of our animal artist create a unique painting just for them! Participants must be at least 6 years old and children under 14 must be accompanied by a paid adult Animal Art participant.
Elephant Art
What:
Each guest will receive one 8×8″ canvas
When:
Saturdays at 1:45pm January – March 2025
Cost (does not include Zoo admission) :
Zoo members: $68
Nonmembers: $75
Penguin Art
When: Returning Spring 2025!
Group Tickets
Each ticket is good for up to four guests. See details below for dates, times and canvas sizes. Participants must be at least 6 years old* and children under 14 must be accompanied by a paid adult Animal Art participant.
*The age minimum for Orangutan Art is 12 years old.
Dolphin Art
Available in January, February & November
What:
Guests receive one 11×14″ wood-framed canvas
When:
Jan 12 – Mar 9, 2025 – Sundays at 12:15pm
Cost (includes Zoo admission):
Zoo members: $250
Nonmembers: $330
Orangutan Art
What:
Guests receive one 11×14″ canvas board
When:
- Jan 12 – Mar 2025
- Sundays at 1:45pm
Cost (includes Zoo admission):
Zoo members: $250
Nonmembers: $330
Give the gift of an Animal Art experience at the Indianapolis Zoo!
*Certificates purchased before 2025 that need redeemed for an Elephant Art in 2025 cannot be redeemed online. Please contact the Education Department at the Indianapolis Zoo by email at [email protected] or by phone at 317-630-2180*
Cancellation Policy
We require 10 days’ advanced notice for any refunds or rescheduling requests for Animal Art.
No requests for changes or refunds will be honored after this time. If you do not attend on your scheduled date or cancel within the required time frame of your Educational Program date, no refunds will be issued. Please read program details and requirements closely before signing up to ensure all participating members of your party meet any age or height requirements.
If the Zoo must cancel a program due to low registration, animal well-being or weather, you will be notified by phone and sent an email. You will have 14 days from that notification to reschedule your event to a future date. If you do not reach out to reschedule within this period, you will be issued a refund and are welcome to rebook on your own at a time convenient for you.
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* Some Animal Art experiences may include stairs, uneven terrain or small spaces. If someone in the group has a special need or mobility issue, please contact us before registering to discuss accessibility.