Mr. Drew Exotic Animal Education Center

A fully indoor and hands-on learning hub for rescued exotic pets – now located in Poland, the center houses over 200 animals, ranging from giant tortoises and colorful lizards to snakes and amphibians. The vibe here is high-energy and educational; it’s common to see the staff letting kids get up close to hold or touch the residents. They even have a “Geological Center” where you can dig for rocks and fossils, making it a great rainy-day spot for curious kids.

Food Available

There are sitting areas you may eat at if you bring your own snacks, and there is also a Dunkin Donuts in the same shopping plaza.

Parking

Large parking lot available.

Read about our visit

Our visit to the Mr. Drew Exotic Animal Education Center at their new Poland, Maine location was an absolute blast! This rescue and rehab center has a wonderful mission, and we loved how hands-on everything is. During our stay, we got to safely interact with reptiles, watch a massive group of tortoises, and even feed them lettuce on a stick! The staff are incredibly knowledgeable and eager to answer questions. Beyond the animals, there’s a fantastic indoor geology sand pit where kids can don a headlamp and dig up treasures to keep. They even offer a generous pay-what-you-can admission day on Tuesdays to support the local community. It’s a heartwarming, educational day trip perfect for all ages. Read our complete Mr. Drew Animal Center review here to plan your next family adventure!