2022-11-14T03:20:31-00:00 2021-12-31 990 2021-01-01 581837154 TENNESSEE AQUARIUM TENN 4237852054 PO Box 11048 Chattanooga TN 37402 GORDON STALANS CFO 4237852054 2022-11-14 false GORDON STALANS XXX-XX-XXXX AAL1 IAL1 2021 2022-09-23 18:48:47Z X GORDON STALANS 201 CHESTNUT ST Chattanooga TN 37402 36865548 false X X 1992 TN The mission of the Tennessee Aquarium is to connect people with nature and empower them to make informed decisions about water and wildlife. 12 12 281 500 0 7078261 13739814 10694386 21428038 1024405 664520 1012601 910483 19809653 36742855 0 0 10450725 9929253 0 351592 12616516 12324059 23067241 22253312 -3257588 14489543 68000113 81821526 19908794 18725218 48091319 63096308 To connect people with nature and empower them to make informed decisions about water and wildlife. false false 15717521 The Tennessee Aquarium is a highly visited attraction and is consistentlyrated number one in guest satisfaction. After twenty nine years, the Aquarium continues to be a major catalyst for economic development, providing strong fiscal and economic impacts on the region.In 2021, the Tennessee Aquarium welcomed more than 668,000 visitors to the River Journey and Ocean Journey buildings.Through vibrant and unique exhibits, the Aquarium immerses visitors in the fascinating stories of life above, around, and below the water.These exhibits house12,000 animals representing almost 800 species, many of whom are part of Species Survival Plans coordinated by zoos and aquariums across the country.The Tennessee Aquarium also includes an IMAX 3D theater, showing educational and inspiring films daily.The Aquarium has been continuously accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums for twenty-seven years, affirming a goal to achieve the highest standard of wellbeing for the animals in our care. This accreditation reflects our commitment to the best practices of our industry. 565973 The rivers of the Southeastern United States harbor some of the highest freshwater diversity on the planet.Based in a LEED Gold Certified freshwater science center on the banks of the Tennessee River, the Tennessee Aquarium Conservation Institute furthers the mission of the Tennessee Aquarium by conducting scientific studies, restoring and protecting our regions natural ecosystems, and educating members of the public to take conservation action. Research to identify which southeastern waters have the greatest biodiversityis vital for conservationplanning in the Southeast, because it can be used to identify hotspots of diversitythat need protection.One signature program is the propagation and reintroduction of Lake Sturgeon. The Aquarium and its partners have released more than 300,000 Lake Sturgeon to the Tennessee River. 540086 The Tennessee Aquarium is a leader in environmental and conservation education and has received overwhelming acclaim for its education programs. Frequently honored for its education, conservation, and research work, the Aquarium has also received awards for its customer service and visitor experience Conservation Educator of the Year from the Tennessee Wildlife Federation, Office of the Governor Environmental Stewardship Award, and the North American Conservation Award. Tennessee Aquarium educators have connected more than 2.5 million students with the natural world through the dynamic living collection. School groups can select from several different activities, including self-guided tours of the Aquarium, standards-based classroom programs, and educational IMAX films. The Aquarium offers complimentary admission and bus transportation for economically disadvantaged students in Title I schools. 16823580 true true false false false false false false false true true false false false false true true false false false false false false true true false false false false true true false false false false false false false true false false false false false false false false false false false true 14 0 281 true true true false false false false true true false false false false false false X 12 12 false false false false false false false true true false false true true true true true true true true false TN X X X GORDON STALANS 4232650695 201 CHESTNUT STREET CHATTANOOGA TN 37402 WALTER K SANFORD PRESIDENT 040.00 X 362153 0 33371 JACKSON ANDREWS V.P. CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER 040.00 X 229551 0 23779 GORDON STALANS V.P. CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER 040.00 X 221802 0 23696 ANNA GEORGE V.P. OF CONSERVATION 040.00 X 163000 0 21429 JULIE PIPER V.P. 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Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12 The organization requires members of the Board of Directors to read and sign a copy of the conflict of interest policy on an annual basis. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15 Salary adjustments for the president are approved by the Executive committee after reviewing market data and competitive salaries. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 Governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements are made available to the public upon request. Form 990, Part XII, Line 2c The process did not change.