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Mystic Aquarium

Mystic Aquarium is a zoo, aquarium & wildlife conservation in Mystic, Connecticut. It is one of the U.S. museums catalogued by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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About this museum

What is Mystic Aquarium?

Mystic Aquarium is a marine aquarium in Mystic, Connecticut. It is one of only three U.S. facilities holding Steller sea lions, and it has the only beluga whales in New England. Special exhibits include the largest outdoor beluga whale habitat in the United States, a ray and shark touch pool, an African penguin exhibit, a jelly gallery, and the new Dino Seas: An Immersive Journey exhibit. The aquarium is a member of the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums (AMMPA) and is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). It is a subsidiary of the Sea Research Foundation, Inc.

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The record

Museum details

Name
Mystic Aquarium
Type
Zoo, Aquarium & Wildlife Conservation
City
Mystic
State
Connecticut
Website
http://www.mysticaquarium.org
IMLS Museum ID
8409500123
Coordinates
41.37369, -71.95821
What kind of museum is Mystic Aquarium?

Mystic Aquarium is classified as a zoo, aquarium & wildlife conservation in the IMLS Museum Data Files. Browse more zoo, aquarium & wildlife conservations →

Where is Mystic Aquarium located?

Mystic Aquarium is located in Mystic, Connecticut at approximately 41.37369, -71.95821. See the map above.

Does Mystic Aquarium have a website?

Yes — the IMLS record lists http://www.mysticaquarium.org. Hours and admission can change, so check the official site before you visit.

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