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When does the new Mote aquarium open near I-75? Here’s why it’s complicated
For two years, Mote Marine has been constructing its new Science Education Aquarium near the University Town Center Mall.
Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium closes its doors after 25 years; focus now shifted to Mote SEA
END OF AN ERA 麗 Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium's location in City Island is officially closed to the public ahead of the opening of its new location.
Two storms wrecked a landmark pier in Florida. Can $1 million help rebuild it?
A Florida Gulf Coast city has set an “aggressive” timeline to reopen its landmark pier thanks to $1.25 million in funding ...
Anna Maria gets $1.25 million to help rebuild City Pier. When will it reopen?
The Anna Maria Island City Pier is pictured after sustaining serious damage from Hurricane Milton on Oct. 15, 2024. The City of Anna Maria set an “aggressive” timeline to reopen its City Pier thanks ...
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Mote's final public days bring forward warm memories
City Island's Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium officially held its final day of being open to the public on July 6 as it ...
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Mote Marine closed; to relocate after 45 years on City Island
On Monday, Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium on Ken Thompson Parkway was closed -- and was no longer accepting general ...