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The Maritime Aquarium News : Don't Let Summer Go By Without A Visit To The Maritime Aquarium
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August 11, 2023
From: The Maritime AquariumSummer Hours! We are open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Labor Day.
Free Admission for CT Kids Through September 4
Connecticut residents 18 and under can receive free entry – along with one accompanying adult in each group – now through September 4 as part of the state’s CT Summer at the Museum admission program!
To participate, use the promo code CTFREE when reserving tickets online. This offer only includes Aquarium admission.
Take a Tour of Greens Ledge Lighthouse This Weekend
There are a limited number of tickets still available for this Saturday, August 12's cruise to the recently-restored Greens Ledge Lighthouse off the coast of Norwalk and Darien. Don't miss this exclusive tour!
Don't Miss Our Newest Exhibit
Visit our new Touch Tank for an up-close encounter with Atlantic sturgeon, whose ancestors swam through the water long before dinosaurs roamed!
Be sure to stop by the Atlantic sturgeon’s new 32-foot, 7,000-gallon habitat – located next to the North American river otters – during your next visit to the Aquarium.
Aquarium Members ... Don't Miss These Exclusive Events
Join us as we say goodbye to summer with our Free Member's Carnival on Thursday, August 24! Don't miss out on this exciting evening filled with performances by magicians and jugglers, music, snacks and more.
Join us for our next Members-Only Morning on Saturday, August 12 for an exclusive look at our new Sturgeon Touch Tank exhibit while enjoying light refreshments! Plus, explore the entire Aquarium before the summer crowds arrive!
Not a member yet? Click here to Join!
Join Us for Part Two of The Drink Series Next Thursday
We’ve partnered with Two Roads Brewing Company for The Drink Series to give you exclusive behind-the-scenes access to all things Maritime Aquarium.
Join us at Two Roads Brewing Company next Thursday, August 17 at 6 p.m. for our next discussion of the series! This talk will take a deep dive into the conservation efforts underway to help improve Long Island Sound.
This event is FREE to attend, all ages are welcome. Plus, everyone who attends will go home with Aquarium swag!
Know a Teen Interested in Conservation?
Students 14 to 18 years old are invited to apply for our unique
ECHO Teen Volunteer program where teens share the issues of marine debris with Aquarium guests while also participating in related work in the field with Aquarium staff.
The application deadline is Monday, September 4.