NATIONAL AQUARIUM INC

Conservation & education: the national aquarium is a nonprofit organization focused on changing the way humanity cares for the ocean. What began over 40 years ago as a visitor attraction has evolved into a conservation organization that operates a world-class aquarium. Through unparalleled exhibits, science-based education programs and hands-on field initiatives, we are creating a global community of hopeful conservationists, united to restore our planet, driven by our mission to connect people with nature to inspire compassion and care for our ocean planet. We are at the forefront of efforts to increase public awareness of the challenges facing our coasts and oceans and to lead direct action to improve the health of the baltimore harbor, the chesapeake bay and oceans around the world. The national aquarium is also committed to educating students of all ages about the environment and the ocean. By getting their boots wet and their hands dirty, students who participate in the national aquarium's education programs have opportunities to explore their skills and interests, and make emotional connections to the environment and our blue planet. More than 56,000 maryland students visit the national aquarium free of charge each year, where they become immersed in the world of water and learn more about protecting animals and their habitats.