Long Island Aquarium and Exhibition Center

The Long Island Aquarium and Exhibition Center features a 20,000-gallon tank containing coral reef specimens and diverse marine species from multiple ecosystems.

The facility opened its doors on June 15, 2000, following construction that began in 1999 to create a marine education center in Riverhead.

The facility supports marine biology research through partnerships with universities while offering educational programs about ocean conservation and aquatic environments.

Located at 40.917872 latitude and -72.656406 longitude, the center provides behind-the-scenes tours and interactive experiences with marine creatures throughout the year.

The coral reef collection at Long Island Aquarium ranks among the largest assemblages in the Western Hemisphere, containing numerous species in controlled environments.

Location: Riverhead

Inception: June 15, 2000

Website: http://longislandaquarium.com

GPS coordinates: 40.91787,-72.65641

Latest update: May 11, 2025 19:28