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"The mission of the New England Aquarium is to increase understanding of aquatic life and environments, to enable
people to act to conserve the world of water, and to provide leadership for the preservation and sustainable use of aquatic resources. This mission is fulfilled through exhibits, and through education, conservation and research programs. Exhibits
showcase the diversity, importance and beauty of aquatic life and habitats, and highlight critical aquatic conservation issues. Programs emphasize species, habitats, and issues critical to New
England.
The New England Aquarium serves as a responsive community resource that attracts and involves the broadest possible audience; seeks a culturally
diverse staff and governing board that reflect our community; adheres to the highest standards of animal stewardship; and is committed to delivering the
highest quality visitor experience in a welcoming and enjoyable manner that evokes wonder, curiosity, understanding, caring and action."
About the Aquarium's most popular exhibit, the Coral Reef: "The 200,000 gallon tank is the centerpiece of the New England Aquarium, and it is one of
the region's most popular underwater exhibits. The reef accommodates not only sharks, sea turtles, barracuda and moray, but also hundreds of smaller
exotic tropical fishes, and it is one of the most detailed and scientifically accurate recreations of its kind."
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New England Aquarium's Mission Statement and tank description.
Contact Information
Phone Number: 617.973.5200
Web Address: www.neaq.org
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