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SEALabration at Audubon Aquarium

August 6 , 2014

July 24, 2014
Audubon Aquarium of the Americas is throwing a party to thank thousands of its closest friends – members!

Audubon Nature Institute members are invited to peek behind the scenes of their favorite Aquarium at SEAlebration, a free party for Audubon Nature Institute members. The annual event will be held Wednesday, August 6, 2014 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Audubon Aquarium of the Americas, located at 1 Canal Street in New Orleans.

Membership booths will be open the night of SEAlebration, so guests can join right at the entrance and enjoy the festivities.

SEAlebration visitors will enjoy special opportunities not offered during regular public hours, including extraordinary views from the top of the Caribbean Reef and Gulf of Mexico exhibits and an up-close meet and greet with some of the Aquarium’s most popular residents. Attendees also are invited to talk with divers, meet the penguin keepers, and enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at where meals are specially prepared for the Aquarium's animals.

The party also will feature Louisiana music stars including New Orleans’ premier dance and party band, The Wise Guys. There also will be face painting by Art from the Heart and visits by Audubon Nature Institute outreach vehicles.

Entomologists from Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium will feature an up-close encounter with a few of your favorite live bugs and edible insect treats.  

Attendees are invited to watch the computer-animated film, “Epic” free of charge at Entergy IMAX® Theatre and also enjoy a 20% discount at the gift shop on select items.

SEAlebration is at Audubon Aquarium of the Americas, August 6, 2014 and free for Audubon Nature Institute members.  It is a celebration like no other! Visit www.AudubonInstitute.org or call (504) 861-5105 for details.