Tennessee Aquarium
Tennessee
The Tennessee Aquarium, located in downtown Chattanooga, Tennessee, is a renowned non-profit public aquarium established in 1992 along the Tennessee River. It features two main buildings: the River Journey and Ocean Journey, showcasing diverse aquatic habitats from freshwater Appalachian streams to the Gulf of Mexico's marine environments. River Journey, once the world's largest freshwater aquarium, presents exhibits like the Appalachian Cove Forest with river otters and native birds, Delta Country with American alligators, and the Rivers of the World gallery housing electric eels and Amazonian species. Ocean Journey, opened in 2005, includes the Secret Reef, a massive marine tank with sharks and sea turtles, as well as galleries featuring jellyfish, octopuses, and penguins. The aquarium is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and has welcomed over 20 million visitors. Beyond exhibits, it offers offsite experiences like the River Gorge Explorer boat tours and an IMAX 3D theater, emphasizing conservation and education through its Conservation Institute.
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Consejo: Visit during weekdays or off-peak seasons to avoid crowds and enjoy interactive exhibits like the Deeper Dives tours. Purchase tickets online in advance for convenience and consider membership for added benefits and conservation support. Check the aquarium's website for special events and seasonal programs.
Datos interesantes
- •The River Journey building was the largest freshwater aquarium in the world when it opened in 1992.
- •The aquarium's electric eel, named Miguel Wattson, communicates with visitors via a Twitter account.
- •Oscar, a green sea turtle in the Secret Reef exhibit, is a rescue animal missing parts of its rear flippers due to injuries.
- •The aquarium has welcomed over 20 million visitors since its opening.
- •The aquarium operates the River Gorge Explorer, a 65-foot catamaran offering tours of the Tennessee River Gorge.
Historia
The Tennessee Aquarium opened in 1992 as a pioneering freshwater aquarium and expanded in 2005 with the addition of the Ocean Journey building, broadening its scope to marine environments.
It gained AZA accreditation in 1993 and has since become a leading institution in aquatic education and conservation, attracting millions of visitors and continuously updating exhibits such as the Appalachian Cove Forest and Alligator Bayou.
Guía del lugar
River Journey Building1992
This 130,000-square-foot facility showcases freshwater ecosystems, following the path of a raindrop from the Appalachian Mountains to the Gulf of Mexico. Highlights include the Appalachian Cove Forest with river otters and native birds, Delta Country with American alligators, and the Rivers of the World gallery featuring Amazon and Congo river species.
Ocean Journey Building2005
Opened in 2005, this 60,000-square-foot structure focuses on marine environments connected to the Gulf of Mexico. It features the Secret Reef, the largest tank with sand tiger sharks and green sea turtles, plus exhibits like Boneless Beauties with jellyfish and Penguins' Rock with macaroni and gentoo penguins.
River Gorge Explorer
A 65-foot catamaran offering daily tours of the Tennessee River Gorge, providing visitors with scenic views and educational narration about the local ecosystem and geology.
IMAX 3D Theater
The aquarium operates an IMAX 3D theater showing nature and science films to enhance visitor learning and entertainment.
Contacto
Teléfono: (423) 265-0695
