Zoo, Aquarium & Wildlife Conservation
Florida Aquarium
Florida Aquarium is a zoo, aquarium & wildlife conservation in Tampa, Florida. It is one of the U.S. museums catalogued by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
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Florida Aquarium
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About this museum
What is Florida Aquarium?
The Florida Aquarium is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, publicly operated institution located in downtown Tampa, Florida, United States. It is a large scale, 250,000-square-foot (23,000 m2) aquarium and is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. This means they are a leader in conservation and education, supporting programs for wildlife and having a strong educational component in the forms of summer camps, school trips, etc. The facility is home to more than 7,000 aquatic plants and animals from Florida and all over the world. The facility is located in the Channel District of Downtown Tampa. The Florida Aquarium opened in March 1995 as a privately funded entity and became a public-private partnership when the city of Tampa assumed responsibility for its debt in 1999. On April 18, 2012, the AIA's Florida Chapter placed the Florida Aquarium on its list of Florida Architecture: 100 Years. 100 Places.
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Museum details
- Name
- Florida Aquarium
- City
- Tampa
- State
- Florida
- Website
- http://www.flaquarium.org
- IMLS Museum ID
- 8401200858
- Coordinates
- 27.94344, -82.44854
What kind of museum is Florida Aquarium?
Florida Aquarium is classified as a zoo, aquarium & wildlife conservation in the IMLS Museum Data Files. Browse more zoo, aquarium & wildlife conservations →
Where is Florida Aquarium located?
Florida Aquarium is located in Tampa, Florida at approximately 27.94344, -82.44854. See the map above.
Does Florida Aquarium have a website?
Yes — the IMLS record lists http://www.flaquarium.org. Hours and admission can change, so check the official site before you visit.
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