CHICAGO (AP) — The Shedd Aquarium is investing $500 million over eight years leading to its 100th anniversary in 2030 to update galleries, improve animal habitats and make other improvements.
It said Monday that the project will transform its mission to better serve Chicago school students and increase its commitment to respond to wildlife crises across the world.
Shedd is the third-largest aquarium in the world with more than 1,100 species drawing nearly 1.9 million visitors each year.
The first phase of what it’s calling its Centennial Commitment will begin this year. The aquarium will remain open throughout the project.
