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MYRTLE BEACH, S.C.  – The world famous mermaids of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park in Florida, known for their grace and beauty for the past 62 years, will be coming back to Ripley’s Aquarium this summer for 12 shows, July 24-26, 2009.
Their performances last summer were critically acclaimed and there was standing room only in [...]

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (Feb. 1, 2009) – Ripley’s Aquarium is opening its newest, cutting-edge exhibit – “Babies,” a unique and unbelievable exhibit featuring more than 30 interactive and live exhibits. The $750,000 display was developed specifically for Ripley’s and is located in a special area inside Ripley’s Aquarium and is free to see for all [...]

ORLANDO, Fla. (Aug. 11, 2008) – In its first Top 10 listing of the nation’s aquariums, both Ripley’s aquariums are among the most popular in the U.S., according to TripAdvisor.com’s travelers and editors.
 Ripley’s Aquarium in Myrtle Beach, SC, Ranked #4
Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies, located in the Smoky Mountain town of Gatlinburg, Tenn., topped the [...]

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (April 26, 2006)  – Through the generosity of Ripley Aquariums, five sand tiger sharks, often referred to as the “perfect aquarium shark,” now call Audubon Aquarium of the Americas in New Orleans their home. They were donated to replace those that perished in New Orleans following Hurricane Katrina.
 Gift Helps Restock the New [...]