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The aquarium is open all year and features freshwater and coral reef animals. The zoo is closed for the season and the animals are moved to the Detroit Zoo.
Perhaps what is most interesting about the Belle Isle Aquarium, which continues to undergo restoration at this time, is the historic 10,000-square-foot building itself. Designed by noted architects George D. Mason and Albert Kahn, it features a single large gallery with an arched ceiling covered in green glass tile to evoke an underwater feeling.
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The Belle Isle Aquarium is a public aquarium located in Belle Isle Park in Detroit, Michigan. Designed by noted architects George D. Mason and Albert Kahn, it opened on August 18, 1904, and was the oldest continually operating public aquarium in North America when it closed on April 3, 2005.
Belle Isle Conservancy is a group that supports the park and its attractions, including the Belle Isle Aquarium. Learn about their work, events, and how to volunteer or donate.
Feb 17, 2023 · Learn about the oldest public aquarium in North America, located on Belle Isle State Park in Detroit. See the diverse collection of fish from the Great Lakes and around the world, and enjoy the historic architecture and views of the city.
Belle Isle Conservancy | 300 River Place Drive, Suite 2800, Detroit, MI 48207 | 313.331.7760 | info@belleisleconservancy.org. DONATE.
Feb 18, 2024 · Visit the Belle Isle Aquarium, the oldest aquarium in the continental US, for free on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Explore the Great Lakes and Waters of the World, enjoy educational demonstrations and discover other attractions on the island.
