Is the National Aquarium accredited?
Yes, the National Aquarium is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and its Australia: Wild Extremes exhibit won the 'Best Exhibit' award from AZA in 2008.
What makes the National Aquarium significant?
The National Aquarium is the largest tourism attraction in the state of Maryland, welcoming 1.5 million visitors annually. It holds more than 2.2 million gallons of water and was designated as the 'national aquarium' by the U.S. Congress in 1979.
What are the major exhibits at the National Aquarium?
Major exhibits include the Upland Tropical Rain Forest, a multiple-story Atlantic Coral Reef, an open-ocean shark tank, Australia: Wild Extremes, and a 4D Immersion Theater. The aquarium also has a marine mammal pavilion with Atlantic bottlenose dolphins.
What is the National Aquarium's mission?
The National Aquarium's mission is to inspire conservation of the world's aquatic treasures. Their vision is to confront pressing issues facing global aquatic habitats through pioneering science, conservation, and educational programming.
What is the history of the National Aquarium building?
The aquarium opened on August 8, 1981, as part of Baltimore's Inner Harbor redevelopment. A Glass Pavilion expansion opened in 2005, measuring 64,500 sq ft and 120 ft high at its tallest point.
