This Is the Best Time To Visit New York Aquarium

By Fran Hackett

Brooklyn, NY - Spring is the perfect time to visit the New York Aquarium.

The Aquarium provides an enjoyable and educational experience for the whole family. Something new and exciting is always happening at the New York Aquarium, by the beach in Coney Island Brooklyn.

Spring hours are:

Spring hours are in effect from April 4, 2009 to May 23, 2009. Last entry is 45 minutes before closing

Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Weekends and Holidays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

General Admission
Adult $13.00
Child (3-12) $9.00
Senior (65+) $10.00
Children 3 and under Free
Members Free

Friday Afternoon Special
Admission on Fridays from 3:00 p.m. until closing is pay-what-you-wish.
Suggested donation is $13 for adults, $9 for children, and $10 for seniors.

Every dollar you give supports our work in caring for animals at the New York Aquarium and around the world.

The New York Aquarium is located on Surf Avenue at West 8th Street in Coney Island. For directions, information on public events and programs, and other Aquarium information, call 718-265-FISH or visit our web site at http://www.nyaquarium.com. Now is the perfect time to visit and show support for the New York Aquarium, Brooklyn's most heavily attended attraction and a beloved part of the City of New York.

The Wildlife Conservation Society saves wildlife and wild places worldwide.

We do so through science, global conservation, education and the management of the world's largest system of urban wildlife parks, led by the flagship Bronx Zoo. Together these activities change attitudes towards nature and help people imagine wildlife and humans living in harmony. WCS is committed to this mission because it is essential to the integrity of life on Earth.

You can make donations in support of helping save wildlife and wild places at www.wcs.org/donation.

Living Museums like the Bronx Zoo and New York Aquarium face severe budget cuts and need your help!

http://capwiz.com/wcs/issues/alert/?alertid=12198681

 Photo credit: S. Bolduc (c) WCS