Nebraska is such a big place that there are bound to be lots of little-known hidden gems – those places that you only know about if you happen to live nearby. The Horn T Zoo near Monroe in Platte County is a sweet little place that, unless you’ve seen it yourself, you’ve probably never heard of.

Just west of Monroe on Highway 22, the little zoo sits on a 40-acre ranch.
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Open since 2011, the zoo is home to a few dozen common and exotic animals.
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Facebook/Horn T Zoo
Some of the animals that call Horn T Zoo home are zebras, monkeys, albino raccoons, a kangaroo, a pony, wildebeests, and exotic birds and cats.
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The zoo is popular with families in the area, but it's equally beloved by schools and other children's groups.
Facebook/Horn T Zoo

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Horn T has a USDA animal exhibitor permit, so you can be assured the animals are well cared for. Not that you'll have any question - this place is clean and the animals are obviously doted on by their caretakers.
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The people who run the zoo are knowledgeable and friendly, and they are happy to show off the animals and answer any questions.
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The zoo offers hands-on experiences for kids of all ages, giving them the chance to get up close and personal with animals.
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Facebook/Horn T Zoo
Nebraska is known internationally for its big zoo in Omaha, but the sweet little Horn T is a smaller, less expensive alternative.
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The zoo is open summers only on Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. It's always best to check with the zoo before you head out to be sure it's open.
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Visit the Horn T Zoo at 37692 State Highway 22, Monroe NE 68647. Check out their Facebook page for more information.

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