California Living Museum
10500 Alfred Harrell Highway
Bakersfield
CA
93306
United States
661-872-2256
calmzoo.org
Venue Information
The California Living Museum (commonly referred to as CALM) is a zoo and living museum in Bakersfield, California. The primary focuses are plants and animals that are native to California, specifically Kern County. It is a part of the Kern River County Park.
The California Living Museum is accredited by the Zoological Association of America (ZAA).
CALM is 14 acres and contains a wide variety of plants and animals from around Kern County. The California Living Museum exists to display and interpret native California animals, plants, fossils and artifacts to teach a respect for all living things through education, recreation, conservation and research. Located on 14 park-like acres, CALM’s zoo features over 80 species of medically unreleasable animals. Only animals injured or who cannot survive in their native environment are housed at CALM. Natural exhibits include: an open black bear exhibit, Cats of California exhibit featuring Mountain Lions and Bobcats, bird of prey exhibit with hawks, owls and eagles, a mammal round that houses several species of foxes, a waterfowl pond with resident mallards attracts spring and fall migrants, deer yard, an underground reptile house, and a contact area with domestic animals. Several endangered species may be seen on exhibit.
Hours
CALM ZOO is open daily, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Admissions and gift store close at 4:00 PM
CALM is closed on Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
ADMISSION PRICES:
Adults – $9 / Seniors (60+) – $7
Children (3-12) – $5 /Children under 3 – Free