Demolition has begun at the former Safariland zoo structures on Belle Isle as part of a redevelopment and update for the island on the Detroit River. "There's been a long history of zoos in the park.

Belle Isle's historic former zoo is being torn down to make way for more trails and parking on the island park. Why it ...

After years of sitting vacant and in a state of disrepair, the long-awaited rehabilitation of the Belle Isle Boathouse could ...

After years of sitting vacant, crews are finally demolishing the historic zoo on Belle Isle.

The former Belle Isle Zoo structures are being demolished due to safety concerns. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources will restore most of the area to a natural space with trails. A new ...

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