Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters is Marathon Strong!
On September 10th 2017, Hurricane Irma made landfall in the Florida Keys, devastating our string of islands. Aquarium Encounters was closed from September 9th until December 15th. In those three…
Read MoreThe Great Hammerhead Project – Be In The Know!
The great hammerhead shark is currently on the red list (endangered) by the International Union for Conservation of Nature. Overfishing, shark finning, and the loss of critical food resources are…
Read MoreDoes Size Really Matter? Swim with Mobula rays.
Story by Brad Rose At Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters in Marathon, we are home to many unique animals; the Mobula ray is certainly no exception. Currently these gentle gliders can…
Read MoreBridging the Gap: Hooking the Next Generation
By Chance Ruder, NAUI 52587, Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters Dive Team Immediately after they break the surface, my two young guests burst into excited chittering. “Did you see that eel…
Read MoreExperience Aquarium Encounters…..
Aquarium Encounters is an interactive outdoor aquarium, where visitors can walk through and see a variety of wildlife from the fascinating and biologically diverse Florida Keys and Caribbean. All of…
Read MoreInvasion of the Lionfish!
by Victoria Garcia Many might see a lionfish with its long flowing fins and red and white striped coloration as a harmless fish but here in the Florida Keys we…
Read MoreGet to know local artist Jason Robinson
Jason Robinson, was born in born in Montpelier, Vermont. He attended Union32 high school and enjoyed playing basketball. He is married with two girls, Sara (7) and Shaina (5). Jason…
Read MoreA Day in the Life of an Aquarium Intern
My name is Jewlee and I am an intern at Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters. My day starts bright and early at 7:45AM. First things first, I do a quick water…
Read MoreAre you a Tortoise, Eagle Ray, Barracuda or Mobula Ray?
Sign up now for the 2016 Summer Camp program and find out! There are still open spots for all age groups in this year’s program. Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters Summer…
Read MoreUp-Close and Personal with Sharks
Very few moments in life can approximate a close quarter encounter with the best the marine world has to offer. That is what defines Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters. By recreating…
Read MoreCorporate Sponsorships Available
At Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters, we love introducing our friendly aquarium inhabitants to guests from all walks of life.
Read MorePlan your End of Year School Field Trip at the Aquarium!
Looking for an exciting end of year adventure for your Child’s School Field Trip? At Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters, we love welcoming school groups at our interactive aquarium in the heart of the Florida Keys.
Read MoreClose Encounters with Ben Daughtry
The Journey to create Aquarium Encounters As a local Marathon business, we are proud of our homegrown roots. Aquarium Encounters began as a dream in our founder, Ben Daughtry’s mind,…
Read MoreSpend the Holidays with Aquarium Encounters!
Looking for a unique family activity this holiday season? Need somewhere to send your family while you do the holiday shopping? Florida Keys Aquarium Encounters is open from 9am-5pm, 365…
Read MoreA is for Admission to Aquarium Encounters!
It’s hard to believe that September is over and we’re already halfway through October! By now, the new school year shine has likely worn off; there’s a marker or two…
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