9 Ways to Celebrate Shedd’s 95th Birthday
Shedd Aquarium was born from a simple idea: John G. Shedd wanted to give back to the city that helped him succeed. Now 95 years later, all that ...
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Beluga Rescue Updates & Stories
We’re keeping you close to the latest news, updates and stories about the newest belugas at Shedd and their journeys of rescue, care and wellbeing. Follow along here for more about their arrivals, how they’re adjusting to life at Shedd and more!
An Inside Look at Shedd
As you watch the sea otters play in the Abbott Oceanarium, how can you tell Cooper from Watson? What's it like to drop everything and rush to Canada to help rescue a stranded beluga whale? Discover yourself with Shedd's stories and updates, sharing everything from new arrivals to animal rescues across the globe!
Remembering Harmony, the Pacific White-Sided Dolphin
Harmony’s arrival to Shedd brought joy and light to an unparalleled moment in our history. She embodied the innate connection, respect and fasci...
Meet the Dolphins
Meet the dolphin pod and discover the characteristics that make each individual unique. Pl...
5 Fascinating Animals You’d Find In and Around the Great Lakes
Below the glimmering surface and along the shore of the Great Lakes live over 3,500 plant and animal species. Lakes Superior, Huron, Michigan, E...
A Heartfelt Goodbye to Kayavak
With heavy hearts, we say goodbye to 25-year-old beluga whale, Kayavak.
10 Ways to Act for the Earth
The choices you make every day can help our shared blue planet!