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Belle Isle Aquarium

11/15/2012

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Aquarium Facade ©Nicole Wrona/MLS
As the doors opened to let the crisp autumn air in, reggae music and a steady stream of excited chatter poured out, welcoming us into the amazing space that is The Belle Isle Aquarium. A substantial crowd was present, filling the area with cheerful conversation. After being closed for many years, the aquarium is once again open to the public! It has been a long and treacherous road to re-open, but at last- we prevailed.

Originally opened on August 18, 1904, it is THE oldest aquariums in WORLD. The architect of this stunning creation was Albert Kahn, one of the most recognized figures to grace the city. He designed many renown building throughout Detroit. The exterior of the building is as fascinating as the interior is stunning.
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Aquarium Interior ©Nicole Wrona/MLS
If you have ever wondered what it would feel like to be a fish in a tank, step into the aquarium. The gorgeous celery green tilework found throughout is colored in a way that throws you into the realm of deep-sea diver. This space is deceivingly expansive, as you will find as you walk through.

Tanks line the walls, many filled with fish and other creatures of the sea, some used as exhibition displays for local artists and companies. [a great idea] Other tanks hold key pieces of Belle Isle history, including the blueprint for the aquarium and some sketches and history of the Frederick Meiijer-designed sculptures that are found throughout the Detroit Metro area, including Belle Isle.

The Belle Isle Aquarium is opened on Saturdays, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m.
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