New Exhibit Opens for South Carolina Aquarium's Youngest Visitors, Toddler Cove

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New Exhibit Opens for South Carolina Aquarium's Youngest Visitors, Toddler Cove
February 1, 2011
By Kate Dittloff
Zoo and Aquarium Visitor

harleston, SC - Explore the magical underwater world with your child at the South Carolina Aquarium. The first exhibit just for the South Carolina Aquarium’s youngest visitors, Toddler Cove opens February 1, 2011.

The wonders of the ocean come to life in Toddler Cove, the new exhibit dedicated to children ages 1-6. Children will be greeted by life-sized aquatic play structures in the shape of a canoe, whale tail and turtle. Tiny tots can crawl through a giant fish into the Great Barrier Reef room filled with colorful coral and unique fish like the lionfish, tang and everyone’s favorite, the clownfish. They can explore the shapes and colors of different marine life through interactives and games hanging on the walls. Toddlers will become immersed in the exhibit after walking in, with stingrays soaring overhead, a beautiful water themed mobile hanging from the ceiling, as well as a beach area where children can learn about trash and how it harms the environment, the first step in inspiring a life-long love of the ocean. Moms and dads will also be able to take a break and keep an eye on their little ones while they play; as seating is located in the heart of the exhibit.

Children Will:
• Play on life-size aquatic structures in the shape of a whale tail, turtle and canoe
• Crawl through a giant fish into their very own viewing area
• Marvel at brightly colorful fish including the lionfish, clownfish and royal tang
• Put together puzzles to learn about marine life and shapes
• Play a game of seek with “I-spy”
• Learn about protecting our coast at an early age
• Relax on the soft carpet floor
• Start to develop a life-long love of our amazing oceans!

About the South Carolina Aquarium:
The South Carolina Aquarium, Charleston’s most-visited attraction, features thousands of amazing aquatic animals from river otters and sharks to loggerhead turtles in more than 50 exhibits representing the rich biodiversity of South Carolina from the mountains to the sea. Dedicated to promoting education and conservation, the Aquarium also presents fabulous views of Charleston harbor and interactive exhibits and programs for visitors of all ages.

The South Carolina Aquarium, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization and is open Daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Aquarium is closed Thanksgiving Day, half day Dec. 24 (open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.) and Dec. 25. Admission prices are: Toddler’s (1 and under) free; Youth (2-11) $10.95; Adults (12-61) $17.95; Seniors (62+) $16.95. The Aquarium plus the 4-D Theater experience is free for Toddler’s, $15.95 for Children, $22.95 for Adults, and $21.95 for Seniors. The 4-D Theater experience only is $6.95 for Children, Adults and Seniors and $2.95 for Members and Member Guests. Military, senior, college and group discounts are available. For more information call 843-720-1990 or visit www.scaquarium.org. Memberships are available by calling 843-577-FISH.

To view South Carolina Aquarium's web page on Zoo and Aquarium Visitor, go to: http://www.zandavisitor.com/forumtopicdetail-36-South_Carolina_Aquarium_on_Charleston_Harbor