Sold-Out Gala Raises Record Amount for Shedd Aquarium's Conservation Research, Education and Animal Care Efforts
Shedd Aquarium's annual fundraising gala returned this year, raising a record $2.2 million to support the aquarium's mission.
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Meet Suri and Willow, Two Newly Named Otters at Shedd Aquarium
Shedd Aquarium is revealing the winning names for two female rescued southern sea otters (Enhydra lutris nereis) that were joyfully wel...
Another Rescued Sea Otter Pup Finds a Home at Shedd Aquarium
A recognized leader in animal care and conservation, Shedd Aquarium has welcomed another sea otter pup in need to its rescued population.
Rescued Otters in Need of Names at Shedd Aquarium
For one week only, Shedd Aquarium is hosting a vote to help give Otters 926 and 929 names as they join the rescued sea otter population on exhib...
Shedd Aquarium Launches Plan-Ahead Pricing for Out-of-Town Guests to Create Greater Choice for Schedules, Wallets
Beginning on Nov. 1, Shedd Aquarium will introduce changes to its admissions program for guests who live outside of the city of Chicago.
Two Stranded Sea Otters Join Shedd Aquarium's Rescued Population
Shedd Aquarium announced today it welcomed two female rescued southern sea otters from Aquarium of the Pacific, a partner institution in Mo...
Migratory Freshwater Fish Research at Shedd Aquarium Expands with Investment from U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Shedd Aquarium's migratory fish research program is expanding with an investment from U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and several other Great Lak...
Pandemic-Enabled Research Reveals Changes to Grouper and Lobster Populations in The Bahamas
New research published in Aquatic Conservation: Marine and Freshwater Ecosystems
Photo: Photo by Tom Sparke, Grouper Moon Project 2020, Little Cayman
Shedd Aquarium and Partners Team Up to Advance Marine Fish Aquaculture and Conservation at U.S. Public Aquariums
Shedd Aquarium and several partners were awarded a NOAA Sea Grant to fuel research, rearing and propagation of marine fish to increase sustainab...
The Aquatic Animal World for All: Fall Experiences at Shedd Aquarium
This fall, Shedd Aquarium offers numerous ways for guests to follow where their curiosity leads and further engage with the aquatic animal world...
Back-to-School Learning Beyond the Classroom at Shedd Aquarium
Shedd Aquarium offers a wide variety of upcoming programs for classrooms and educators to ...
Sea Lion Colony Grows by Two at Shedd Aquarium
A recognized leader in animal care, Shedd Aquarium announced today that it has welcomed two California sea lions (Zalophus californianus
Shedd Aquarium Illinois Resident Free Days in September 2022
After Labor Day, Shedd Aquarium will offer September Illinois Resident Free Days on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout the month. ...
Evening Music Offerings at Shedd Aquarium Continue into September with Shedd After Hours: House Party
Shedd Aquarium will continue to present evening music offerings with Shedd After Hours: House Party, an adult-focused 21+ experience.
Shedd Aquarium Travel Offerings Promise Immersive Exploration in Extraordinary Environments
Shedd is hosting a variety of expert-led travel opportunities throughout 2022 and 2023.
Photo: © Colin Ruggiero
Durbin Announces $1 Million For Chicago River Habitat Restoration And Conservation Efforts
U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) today joined officials from the Shedd Aquarium and Chicago Park District to announce $1 million in new federal f...
Shedd Aquarium and Forest Preserves of Cook County Bolstering an Endangered Species of Turtle
Shedd Aquarium and the Forest Preserves of Cook County released a handful of state-endangered Blanding's turtles into the wild after the young a...
This Summer, Explore the Endless Beauty at Shedd Aquarium and Beyond
This summer, Shedd Aquarium invites guests to journey beneath the water to visit the aquatic animal world and beyond the walls of the lakefront ...
New Research Reveals Age and Origin of Oldest Aquarium Fish, Granddad, at Shedd Aquarium
New research published today in Frontiers in Environmental Science: Freshwater Science confirmed that Australian lungfish (Neocerat...
Chicago Plan Commission Approves Exterior Enhancement Plans to Bolster Guest Arrival and Entry Experience, Accessibility and Safety
The unanimous decision by the Plan Commission is an endorsement of Shedd's Centennial Commitment and will enable onsite construction at the aqua...
Photo: © Shedd Aquarium in collaboration with Valerio Dewalt Train and Visualized Concepts
Bank of America Awards Shedd Aquarium $1 Million Grant to Help Support Youth and Family Community Programs As Part of Centennial Commitment
Bank of America's generous gift will allow Shedd to expand access to aquatic learning into neighborhoods and communities across the city of Chic...
A New Debut Slithers (And Swims) at Shedd Aquarium
A green anaconda (Eunectes murinus) is the newest arrival at Shedd’s Amazon Rising exhibit and is an
David J. Koo Elected Shedd Aquarium Board Chair
Shedd Aquarium's Board of Trustees elected a new Board Chair - David J. Koo, a Trustee at the aquarium since 2009. Koo succeeds former Boar...
Shedd Aquarium and Builders Initiative Partner to Establish ESG-Driven Investments as Part of Centennial Commitment
Shedd Aquarium partners with Builders Initiative to launch sustainability-focused ESG investments to fuel the aquarium's major conservation effo...
Popular Evening Event Series, Jazzin' at the Shedd, Returns
Jazzin’ at the Shedd, the popular midweek, evening event series at Shedd Aquarium will return this summer. It features a festival-worth...
Shedd Joins Nation’s Leading Aquariums to Tackle Climate Change
Today, Shedd Aquarium and 23 members of the Aquarium Conservation Partnership announced their first step in achieving their long-term goal of cl...
Take Action for Animals this Earth Day with Shedd Aquarium
Shedd Aquarium is sharing five ways to take action for animals this Earth Day and beyond to support a healthy blue planet. As an organization de...
Celebrate The Great Penguin Party at Shedd Aquarium
On Friday, May 13, Shedd Aquarium will host a new after-hours celebration, The Great Penguin Party, where nearly a thousand animal ent...
Make This Spring Break an Adventure at Shedd Aquarium
Locals don’t have to look far to find their tropical-inspired spring break trip, Shedd Aquarium offers blue waters, exhibits inspired by warm lo...
Penguins Begin Annual Nesting Season at Shedd Aquarium
The annual nesting season has begun for the penguin colony at Shedd Aquarium, which is part of the natural life cycle for the birds.