IMAX Theater

So real, It's unreal
The huge, six-story screen at the IMAX 3D Theater puts YOU in the action. Travel to undersea reefs filled with colorful creatures, or visit exotic locations from around the world.

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SLEEPOVERS

Sleepovers

Ever dream of sleeping under the peaks alongside sharks, stingrays and more?

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Patron Circle

Become a Patron Circle member and support the Aquarium’s conservation education and outreach programs. Patron Circle members also receive exclusive benefits. The cost of your annual family or individual membership is included in your contribution. Please consider increasing your commitment to support the Aquarium’s important work by giving at one of the following levels:

Curator Level $500 - $749
($415 is tax deductible)     » JOIN NOW
A contribution of $500 covers the cost of one year of diagnostic x-rays for endangered turtles, native to the Tennessee Valley, to enhance their reproductive success. These turtles are then released into the wild to re-establish breeding populations.

EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS:
•Family & Guest Membership
• 4 IMAX Passes
• $25 Gift Shop Certificate
• Invitations to Annual Patron Circle Event
• Annual Report Recognition

Aquarist Level  $250 - $499 ($190 is tax deductible)    » JOIN NOW
A contribution of $250 provides free in-service training programs for 2 elementary school science teachers.

EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS:
•Family & Guest Membership
• 2 IMAX Passes
• Invitations to Annual Patron Circle Event
• Annual Report Recognition


IT'S EASY TO BECOME A PATRON CIRCLE MEMBER TODAY:

Complete the application on line by clicking on the Patron Circle Level of your choice above. Or call the Membership Department at (423) 267-FISH (3474) and they will be happy to help you. For more information or if you have questions, please contact contributions@tnaqua.org.
Membership FAQ's

Have a question about Aquarium membership benefits? Check here first and if you don't see the answer give us a call.
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Calendar of Events

The Tennessee Aquarium offers a wide variety of special events each month. Explore the calendar for fun outings that match your family's interests and age ranges.
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Behind the Scenes Tours

Dive into the inner workings of a world-class Aquarium on a fascinating guided journey that takes you behind the scenes, below the surface and beyond the edge.
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Sleep in the Deep

Ever dream of sleeping under the peaks alongside sharks, stingrays and more? Now is your chance. Come 'sleep in the deep' and wake up to a whole new world.
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Make a Contribution

Your donations ensure continued growth for our conservation and research efforts. Your additional support means our accredited team of educators will have the funding to reach out to tomorrow's environmental stewards with vital programming.
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Travel Adventure Gallery

Kevin Calhoon, the Aquarium's assistant curator of forests, says the recent Aquarium trip to Antarctica was a birder's trip of a lifetime.
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Join our e-newsletter

By diving in now, you'll be among the first to learn about new animals and exhibits, conservation programs, special events at the Aquarium and new films coming to the IMAX 3D Theater.
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