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South Carolina Aquarium

South Carolina Aquarium is a zoo, aquarium & wildlife conservation in Charleston, South Carolina. 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 South Carolina Aquarium?

The South Carolina Aquarium, is an aquarium in downtown Charleston, South Carolina which opened on May 19, 2000. Located on the historic Charleston Harbor, visitors can enjoy views of the waterfront, including the USS Yorktown and Ravenel Bridge. The Aquarium is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). More than 5,000 animals reside in dozens of exhibits spanning two stories. The largest exhibit, the Great Ocean Tank, holds 385,000 US gallons and stands at 42 feet deep, making it the deepest tank in North America. Additional experiences include multiple touch tanks, a sea turtle hospital and three open-air exhibits. Visitors can see various native South Carolina species including a bald eagle, river otters, alligators, cownose rays, sea turtles, sand tiger sharks, roseate spoonbills, jellyfish and more.

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The record

Museum details

Name
South Carolina Aquarium
Type
Zoo, Aquarium & Wildlife Conservation
City
Charleston
State
South Carolina
Website
http://www.scaquarium.org
IMLS Museum ID
8404500291
Coordinates
32.79578, -79.94594
What kind of museum is South Carolina Aquarium?

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

Where is South Carolina Aquarium located?

South Carolina Aquarium is located in Charleston, South Carolina at approximately 32.79578, -79.94594. See the map above.

Does South Carolina Aquarium have a website?

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

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