Program areas at Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk
The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk fulfills its mission through its live animal exhibits that feature approximately 7,500 animals, comprised of about 300 species, including those that are endangered, threatened or protected. With 75 exhibits, interactive and immersive experiences, touch tanks, and animal feedings, guests can better appreciate The wonders of The rich marine biodiversity of The long island sound The global ocean and learn how to serve as stewards of The environment. Complementing its exhibits and guest engagement, The Aquarium conducts numerous research and conservation projects with both professional researchers and community scientists to better understanding The ecology of The long island sound and to restore its ecosystem to a healthy, sustainable condition. The Aquarium further engages with government and institutional partners to support The local community as a cultural, educational and conservation leader.
The 4d theater offers a sensory-based movie experience for guests to enjoy and learn through The entertaining and educational films that play in The theater. Films cover all aspects of The natural world. The 4d theater also services as a versatile venue for lectures, screenings, presentations, discussions, etc., for The community and for private groups.
The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk specializes in education programming for science, technology, engineering and math (stem) at all age levels, from pre-k through 12th grade. Education programs are conducted in a wide variety of venues and media: in classrooms at The Aquarium; in schools throughout The state through our traveling teacher program; as part of afterschool, weekend programs and summer camps; through whole school partnerships; online virtually throughout The world through digital programming; along coastal waterways and shorelines through outdoor programming; on The waters of long island sound. Programs are designed to improve stem literacy at all levels using live animals and interactive experiences in The local environment of The long island sound. The Aquarium has growing involvement in professional development training for teachers specifically in The area of stem programming.
Who funds Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk
Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
Personnel at Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk
| Name | Title | Compensation | Date of data |
|---|
| Jason Patlis | President and Chief Executive Officer | $243,534 | 2024-10-21 |
| Dave Truedson | Chief Operating Officer | | 2025-03-13 |
| Danielle Tranzillo | Chief Strategy and Growth Officer | $172,398 | 2025-03-13 |
| Joseph Marra | Vice President of Finance | $70,150 | 2023-06-30 |
| Thomas A Naiman | Vice President of Education / Director of Education | $136,540 | 2023-06-30 |
| ...and 8 more key personnel |
Financials for Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk
| Revenues | FYE 06/2023 | FYE 06/2022 | % Change |
|---|
| Total grants, contributions, etc. | $5,760,877 | $9,226,722 | -37.6% |
| Program services | $9,168,324 | $8,257,577 | 11% |
| Investment income and dividends | $233,431 | $104,526 | 123.3% |
| Tax-exempt bond proceeds | $0 | $0 | - |
| Royalty revenue | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net rental income | $70,813 | $69,715 | 1.6% |
| Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets | $313,607 | $-15,005 | 2190% |
| Net income from fundraising events | $-110,825 | $745 | -14975.8% |
| Net income from gaming activities | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net income from sales of inventory | $571,126 | $483,313 | 18.2% |
| Miscellaneous revenues | $113,494 | $112,519 | 0.9% |
| Total revenues | $16,120,847 | $18,240,112 | -11.6% |
Organizations like Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk
| Organization | Type | Location | Revenue |
|---|
| Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association (GLAZA) | 501(c)(3) | Los Angeles, CA | $26,829,235 |
| Philadelphia Zoo | 501(c)(3) | Philadelphia, PA | $43,429,637 |
| South Carolina Aquarium | 501(c)(3) | Charleston, SC | $20,993,805 |
| Elmwood Park Zoo | 501(c)(3) | Norristown, PA | $13,059,318 |
| Brevard Zoo | 501(c)(3) | Melbourne, FL | $29,271,568 |
| New England Aquarium | 501(c)(3) | Boston, MA | $65,384,755 |
| Texas State Aquarium Association | 501(c)(3) | Corpus Christi, TX | $19,302,933 |
| Zoo Miami Foundation (ZSF) | 501(c)(3) | Miami, FL | $8,126,235 |
| Zoo Atlanta | 501(c)(3) | Atlanta, GA | $46,504,632 |
| Seattle Aquarium | 501(c)(3) | Seattle, WA | $53,341,342 |
Data update history
March 13, 2025
Updated personnel
Identified 9 new personnel
August 9, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023
July 24, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 3 new personnel
Nonprofit Types
ZoosAnimal organizationsMuseumsCharities
Issues
EducationArts, cultural, and humanitiesAnimals
Characteristics
MembershipsPolitical advocacyLobbyingFundraising eventsState / local levelReceives government fundingEndowed supportCommunity engagement / volunteeringGala fundraisersFundraising races, competitions, and tournamentsTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
- Address
- 10 N Water St
- Norwalk, CT 06854
- Metro area
- Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk, CT
- County
- Western Connecticut Planning Region, CT
- Website URL
- maritimeaquarium.org/Â
- Phone
- (203) 852-0700
- Facebook page
- maritime.aquariumÂ
- Twitter profile
- @maritimeaquaÂ
IRS details
- EIN
- 06-1062912
- Fiscal year end
- June
- Taxreturn type
- Form 990
- Year formed
- 1985
- Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
- Yes
Categorization
- NTEE code, primary
- D50: Zoo, Zoological Society
- NAICS code, primary
- 7121: Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions
- Parent/child status
- Independent
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