Jellies: Living Art

Jellies: Living Art
Jellies capture the imagination as they pulse inside specially designed displays next to striking studio glass. Experience the beauty of this unique new gallery.

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Conservation Society

The Aquarium provides more than $1 million in free educational programs and conservation services to the community each year. This would not be possible without community support. Join the Conservation Society and become a part of the Aquarium’s exclusive inner circle of generous supporters.

Founder Level   $5,000 + 
($4,726 is tax deductible)              » JOIN NOW
A contribution of $5,000 fully underwrites admission for 20 elementary school classes from low-income schools to visit the Aquarium and participate in an environmental science program.

Chairman Level $2,500 - $4,999 
($2,309 is tax deductible)  » JOIN NOW
A contribution of $2,500 purchases new outreach program costumes so that children can “become” a sand dollar, a sea turtle or a shark while participating in an Aquarium ecology class.

President Level  $1,000 - $2,499  ($892 is tax deductible)   » JOIN NOW
A contribution of $1,800 provides 1 complete set of water quality testing equipment that Aquarium educators use in local streams to teach students the fundamental of biology and ecology.

The cost of your family or individual membership is included in your contribution. Conservation Society members also receive exclusive benefits.


JOIN THE CONSERVATION SOCIETY TODAY:
Click on the Conservation Society Level of your choice above, call Heather Degaetano, Director of Development at (423) 785-4106 or email us at contributions@tnaqua.org. Thank you for supporting your Tennessee Aquarium.

Conservation Spotlight Video
Voices in the Sea Exhibit

The Aquarium of the Pacific and its partner the Scripps Institution of Oceanography have provided the Tennessee Aquarium with the Whales: Voices in the Sea exhibit for a six month period. The exhibit is located in the Seahorse gallery and has been made possible by the Pacific Life Foundation, the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation and the NOAA Fisheries Service.

Conservation Tips

Connecting Aquarium visitors with the natural world is our mission. We offer an enriching and entertaining experience. In return, people who visit learn to care about creatures and habitats throughout the world.
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Become a Member

Join the Tennessee Aquarium today and you'll enjoy an entire year of unlimited visits, discounts on guest admission, gift shop purchases and IMAX tickets.
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Volunteers Needed

The Tennessee Aquarium is a private, non-profit organization and volunteers are vital to our success. Aquarium Volunteers educate our guests, care for our plants and animals, assist in our offices or volunteer behind the acrylic walls as divers. Discover the unique, educational and fun volunteer opportunities at the Tennessee Aquarium.
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By diving in now, you'll be among the first to learn about new animals and exhibits, conservation programs, special events at the Aquarium and new films coming to the IMAX 3D Theater.

Make a Contribution

Your donations ensure continued growth for our conservation and research efforts. Your additional support means our accredited team of educators will have the funding to reach out to tomorrow's environmental stewards with vital programming.
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