July 18, 2023

Summer excursions: Hidden remnants of Raleigh’s first zoo in Pullen Park

Summer excursions: Hidden remnants of Raleigh’s first zoo in Pullen Park
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Summer excursions: Hidden remnants of Raleigh’s first zoo in Pullen Park

It’s right in the middle of the bustling city. On any given Saturday or Sunday families with children flock to Raleigh’s Pullen Park to enjoy the small train, the paddle boats, the playground or the carousel. But did you know that the park has a rich and interesting history? WRAL’s Hidden History reporter Heather Leah shares some of its secrets in this episode including where you can find remnants of Raleigh’s very first zoo.

https://www.wral.com/story/when-pullen-had-alligators-and-bears-remnants-of-the-old-zoo-at-pullen-park/19632299/