North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher Employee Directory

Entertainment ProvidersNorth Carolina, United States51-200 Employees

The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher is a mid-sized entertainment organization based in Kure Beach, North Carolina. It operates a public aquarium that offers interactive experiences with marine life, including exhibits, daily diving demonstrations, and animal encounters, along with behind-the-scenes tours and family-oriented camps and outdoor activities. The venue draws about half a million visitors each year and emphasizes learning about wildlife and the conservation challenges facing species both locally and globally.

The facility concentrates on animals in its care as well as those in the wild, combining public engagement with efforts in research, fieldwork, and education. It serves a broad audience with year-round hours from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., is wheelchair accessible, and seeks to connect visitors with nature and marine life through a variety of programs. Recent news indicates a major expansion including a 400,000-gallon shark tank, coral habitat, and a touch pool, reflecting ongoing investment in its exhibits and educational offerings.

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