VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — In about a year, the Virginia Aquarium in Virginia Beach will celebrate 40 years since it opened its doors to visitors from Hampton Roads and beyond.
While the aquarium has been a destination in our community, the facility is nearing the end of its lifecycle, including several exhibits.
During a presentation to city leaders on Tuesday, findings from two separate studies regarding the interior and exterior structures of the Virginia Aquarium were shared.
Inside the facility, exhibits such as the shark, seal, and sea turtle tanks are 30 years old and have surpassed their designed lifespan…