We are sad to report that the facility is not longer open. It burned and is now closed.
Hickory Shadows Exotic Wildlife Rehabilitation/Education Facility-Mt. Vernon, IL
Hickory Shadows is a non-profit organization that provides animal rescue and public education pertaining to wildlife and exotic animals. The zoo is open year-round from Tuesday to Sunday. Visitors have the chance to see American bison, llamas, white-tailed deer and peacocks.
Hickory Shadows is a non-profit organization of exotic and wildlife rehabilitation and education facility. The goal is to provide the rehabilitation and rescue of animals. Gordon Richards, President of Hickory Shadows, acquired Miss Pooh, a young black bear that was rejected from its parents at birth. Gordon is now raising Miss Pooh until she is rehabilitated. Hickory Shadows Inc. Also has two more black bears, a Siberian cat, a camel, llamas, horses, Christ donkeys, emus, foxed, goats, ducks, and many more animals for the public to view during the guided tours.
In addition, Hickory Shadows Inc. has a petting area for the children where the kids will be allowed to receive food from quarter machines to feed the various animals.
There is a great need for support for organizations such as this, we need to take care of the animals for future generations to enjoy.
Hours of Operation:
Hours: Monday – Thursday by appointment
Friday & Saturday from 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday from 12:30 – 4:00 p.m.
Groups Welcome
Opens June 1st
Price of admission Children:
Adults (12+):
$ 2.00
$ 3.00
Location: 9370 East Radius Road Mount, Mt. Vernon, Illinois
Go west on Broadway, crossing I-57, and pass the
Super Wal-Mart. Turn left (South) at R&P Lumber.
Drive 2 Miles to a ‘T’ intersection, Turn Right (West).
Hickory Shadows , Inc. is the first facility on the right.
Please park along the roadside.