PUBLIC US AQUARIUMS BY STATE
Massachussetts / MA Public Aquariums
Boston
Name of the Aquarium :
New England Aquarium
Address :
Central Wharf, Boston, Massachussetts, 2110
Phone :
617.973.5200
Url :
http://www.neaq.org
The Aquarium was designed with the intention of providing an underwater experience for the visitor and of being a cultural institution that would reconnect Boston to its waterfront.The Aquarium continues its tradition to serve as a leader in research, education and conservation. Open year round with a large variety of exhibits, including an IMAX theater.
Pittsfield
Name of the Aquarium :
The Berkshire Museum
Address :
39 South Street (Route 7), Pittsfield, Massachussetts, 1201
Phone :
413-443-7171
Url :
http://www.berkshiremuseum.org/aquarium.html
The Aquarium features more than twenty aquarium tanks ranging in size from 30 to 535 gallons, and assorted terrariums featuring both local and exotic species. Venomous lionfish, moray eels, and piranha are among the more exciting specimens on view alongside exceptional displays of living corals and other invertebrates, fishes, insects, spiders, amphibians and reptiles. Offers exhibits of the freshwater fish of the Amazon. There are a number of educational programs offered. Open year round.