Shedd Aquarium

Welcome to SHEDD AQUARIUM, shere distinctive architectural design meets a spectacular aquatic world. Since opening in 1930, Shedd has been a leader in animal care. Today, as one of the oldest continually operating aquariums in the world, it is home to a large and diverse animal collection with exhibits that feature aquatic environments ranging from the Pacific Northwest to the Amazon river and from the Philippines to the Great Lakes. SHEDD AQUARIUM celebrates the gift that made Shedd possible and the people, events and animals that contributed to its growth and success. Inside, it features some of Shedd's favorite friends, past and present. highlights include a spunky beluga whale, a talented turtle and a venerable Australian lungfish, - just three of the many rare and exotic creatures that make Shedd the world-class public aquarium it is today.