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March 19, 2020
Two Endangered Loggerhead Sea Turtles Released Back to the Wild after Intense Rehab at The Florida Aquarium
The Florida Aquarium’s Animal Response Team, supported by Florida Blue, offers a story of inspiration and hope in the wake of the ever-evolving situation around COVID-19. “Titan and Starbird,” two threatened loggerhead sea turtles, were released on the pristine sands of the Atlantic Ocean at Mary McLeod Bethune Beach Park…
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March 13, 2020
Tampa’s Top Cultural Attractions Respond to COVID-19
Based on the most current information from public health officials, and in support of community efforts to limit the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), The Glazer Children’s Museum, Tampa Museum of Art, Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI), Henry B….
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March 11, 2020
Make a Splash into 1995 with Extended Hours Event at The Florida Aquarium
Have you ever just wanted to bring back the 90s? Don’t worry! The Florida Aquarium is hosting a Splash Back to the 90s party with extended hours. Oh, snap! Join us for an evening full of slammin’ music performed by the Actual…
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March 9, 2020
Waddle Over to The Florida Aquarium and Spend a Spring Break ‘Staycation’ with our Aquatic Superstars
Spring Break 2020 will be here soon, and now’s a great time to make plans for time with the kids. This year, skip the airport restroom lines and cross-country road trip meltdowns and take your family on a spring break staycation in…
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February 29, 2020
The Florida Aquarium Officially Launches Washed Ashore – Art to Save the Sea
On exhibit for the first time in the Tampa Bay region, The Florida Aquarium presents “Washed Ashore: Art to Save the Sea” from February 29 through the end of August. This unique exhibit educates about the negative and devastating effects…
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February 15, 2020
The Florida Aquarium and Green Gasparilla Dive in for 3rd Annual Post Gasparilla Diver Cleanup
To help launch this year’s post-Gasparilla Diver cleanup, The Florida Aquarium, Green Gasparilla, Calypso Dive and NAUI divers did their part in keeping our shorelines healthy by diving into the waters around Davis Islands for an underwater cleanup. Over 20 divers donned their wetsuits…
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February 3, 2020
The Florida Aquarium’s Rehab Center Takes in Cold-stunned Endangered Sea Turtles
Several sea turtles arrived yesterday for rehabilitation at The Florida Aquarium’s $4.1 million Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Center at the Center for Conservation in Apollo Beach. This is the second group of turtles from the state’s east coast to be cared for…
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January 30, 2020
Celebrate 25 Years of The Florida Aquarium With Its First-Ever 21+ Sleepover Event
Have you ever wanted to sleep with the fishes? Look no further! The Florida Aquarium is hosting a Leap with the Fishes adults-only sleepover. Join us for a night full of unique experiences and fascinating programming all after dark at the Aquarium without any…
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January 23, 2020
The Florida Aquarium Encourages an Eco-Friendly Gasparilla
The Florida Aquarium encourages you to celebrate Gasparilla in an eco-friendly way this year! Starting January 19, (the day following the Gasparilla Children’s Parade) through February 2, bring 10 pounds of beads to the Aquarium to receive a $10 discount off admission. 20 pounds…
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January 22, 2020
WWE Superstar Titus O’Neil and The Florida Aquarium Announce $51,608 Donation to Australia Zoo
The Florida Aquarium and Thaddeus Bullard, aka WWE Superstar Titus O’Neil announce a $51,608 donation to the Australia Zoo to support their efforts to save wildlife affected by the bushfires in Australia. The Florida Aquarium President and CEO Roger Germann and…
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