MYSTIC AQUARIUM’S WINTER WATERLAND CELEBRATES THE SEASON

11-26-2012

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

MYSTIC AQUARIUM’S WINTER WATERLAND CELEBRATES THE SEASON
WITH FESTIVE ENTERTAINMENT AND GLOBAL HOLIDAY DÉCOR

MYSTIC, Conn. (November 26, 2012) – Mystic Aquarium’s Winter Waterland holiday celebration returns Saturdays and Sundays in December and Thursday, Dec. 27 – Tuesday, Jan. 1 with festive entertainment for all to enjoy. This month-long series of events features visits from Santa, elves diving among fish, live music by local artists, seasonal crafts and scavenger hunts, all against a backdrop of fascinating marine animals and holiday décor.

This year’s holiday décor reflects the native habitats of aquarium animals. The Arctic Coast, home to four beluga whales, glimmers with a cluster of trees covered in snowflakes, icicles and silver ornaments. The Pacific Northwest, home to sea lions and seals, features trees with pine cones, bird nests and berries, while trees at the Roger Tory Peterson Penguin Pavilion celebrate resident African penguins. Additional festive décor throughout the aquarium is inspired by Hanukah, Kwanzaa and Titanic – 12,450 Feet Below, the aquarium’s exhibit dedicated to the historic ship.

Guests can also enjoy The Polar Express 4-D Experience, a holiday favorite brought to life with the visual drama of a 3-D film and a variety of sensory effects, including wind, snow and scents.

WHAT:
Winter Waterland at Mystic Aquarium

WHEN:
Saturdays and Sundays in December (Dec. 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22 and 23) and Thursday, Dec. 27 – Tuesday, Jan. 1
Winter Waterland activities and entertainment take place from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

WHERE: 
Mystic Aquarium
55 Coogan Blvd.
Mystic, CT 06355
860.572.5955
www.mysticaquarium.org

COST: 
Winter Waterland activities and entertainment are included with admission. 
General admission prices are adults $29, seniors (age 60+) $26, children (age 3-17) $21 and children 2 and under are free
The Polar Express 4-D Experience is included with Mystic Aquarium membership and the value ticket option, or tickets can be purchased inside the aquarium for $6 each

PHOTOS:
ftp://ftp.ife.org/WinterWaterland/

About Mystic Aquarium            
Mystic Aquarium is a division of Sea Research Foundation, Inc., a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization, and is counted among the nation’s leading aquariums with more than 300 species and an extensive collection of marine mammals, including New England’s only beluga whales. Mystic Aquarium has been a pioneer in offering guests a variety of up close encounters with a wide range of marine animals. The mission of Sea Research is to inspire people to care for and protect our ocean planet through education, research and exploration. Sea Research receives major support from United Technologies Corporation, The Coca-Cola Company and Foxwoods Resort Casino. Learn more at www.mysticaquarium.org or www.searesearch.org.

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