Finding Sanctuary
Since 1995, twenty-four elephants have found sanctuary in Tennessee. They live out their lives with the freedom to roam the natural habitat of the Sanctuary, making new friends and special relationships as the years pass.
To read each elephant's unique story visit our 'Meet the Elephants' page and stay up-to-date with weekly posts in the Ele-Notes.
There's lots more to see at the Sanctuary:
Watch real-time Elecam
Video Library
YouTube Channel







Delhi was our oldest elephant, captured in the wilds of India in 1947. She was the first elephant ever confiscated by the USDA and was transferred to the Sanctuary in 2003. After weeks of loving 24-hour hospice care, and in the company of her best friend Misty, Delhi died on March 11, 2008.