National Register of Historic Places

Como Park Conservatory

St. Paul, Ramsey County, Minnesota
Listed
November 19, 1974
Type
Structure
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
74001033

About this property

The Como Park Zoo and Marjorie McNeely Conservatory (also known as the Como Zoo and Conservatory) are located in Como Park at 1225 Estabrook Drive in Saint Paul, Minnesota. The park, zoo and conservatory are owned by the City of Saint Paul and are a division of Saint Paul Parks and Recreation. Its attractions include a zoo, a conservatory, an amusement park, a carousel, Lake Como, a golf course, a pool and more. The park receives more than 1.9 million visitors annually. Como Park is a free attraction, and while no admission fee is charged for the zoo or conservatory, voluntary donations of $4 per adult and $2 child are suggested.

Location

St. Paul, Ramsey County, Minnesota
44.98210, -93.15128

Categories

AGRICULTUREENGINEERINGARCHITECTURE
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Sources

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When was Como Park Conservatory listed on the National Register?

Como Park Conservatory was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on November 19, 1974.

What type of historic resource is Como Park Conservatory?

Como Park Conservatory is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Como Park Conservatory?

The period of significance for Como Park Conservatory is recorded as the industrial era.

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