The document outlines plans for a proposed aquarium in the Capital Region of New York. It would educate visitors about local aquatic life and conservation efforts through exhibits of Hudson River and Adirondack species. As a nonprofit, it aims to be an economic driver through tourism and collaboration with local universities and industries. The aquarium would feature exhibits on native species, American coasts, coral reefs and the impacts of climate change through interactive and immersive displays.
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Albany Aquarium Project presentation
1.
2. Why I am Here
I am a mom
I am an educator
I love the ocean and
everything that goes with
I want my children to have
a deep appreciation for the
Hudson River and the
ocean
3. Why You are Here
Where we want to build it
Where we are in the process
What if anything I can do
What the aquarium will have regarding
facilities and such (scope, exhibits)
Target ages and audiences?
Idle curiosity
4. "In the end, we will conserve only
what we love, we will love only
what we understand, and we will
understand only what we are
taught.“
- Baba Dioum, 1968
5. Our Vision
The Hudson River, in our backyard, a gateway to
the oceans and seas beyond
6. Our Values
To nurture and ensure the
well-being of all the animals
in our care
To educate visitors about the
plants and animals that rely
on our rivers and oceans for
their survival
To conserve our Hudson River
Estuary for future generations
7. Our Mission Statement
To immerse visitors into the
aquatic diversity of the Hudson
River and the oceans beyond
8. Why the Capital Region?
Crossroads of the Mohawk River
and the Hudson River
Population > 1 million people and
expected to grow
Visitors > 5 million people
73 school districts and 21 colleges
and universities
9. Why Now?
Following the lead of the College of Nanoscale
Science and Engineering (CNSE),
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an aquarium could foster collaboration between
the
public, state and federal government and private
industry
in conservation efforts and aquaculture research
The Governor recently hosted NY’s 1st Tourism
Summit designed to bring more visitors to New
York State
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10. Strengths/
Opportunities
Nearest aquarium is 2 1/2
hours away
Local municipalities are in the
process of revitalizing their
waterfronts
Family friendly
Millions of visitors annually
Weaknesses/Threats
The capital funds needs to be
raised
Improper planning and
development
11. Important Facts to Remember
Aquariums are tourist magnets
Aquariums are economic catalysts
Aquariums improve quality of life for residents
Photo by Guy Schmidt via Flickr
Photo by Ron Cogswell via Flickr
12. Tourism Impact
Tourism generates a
great deal of economic
impact
More than 7.5M people
visited Warren County
in 2011
An estimated 50% of
them stayed overnight
More than 50% of the
visitors originate from
New York or New Jersey
Many of these tourists travel through the Capital Region to
get to their destinations in Lake George and the Adirondacks
Information provided by Warren County Tourism
Department
13. Tourism Impact continued
Second
Homes
6%
Tourism generates jobs, more than
30,000 in the Capital Region and
Saratoga
More than 5M people spent the
night in the Capital Region and
Saratoga in 2011
Lodging
20%
Transport
23%
Retail & Svc
Stations
19%
Recreation
4%
F&B
28%
We have the tourists let’s give
them another reason to stay
Information provided by NYS Department of
Economic Development
14. An Economic Engine
Spending by visitors generates significant retail and
consumer services sales
Direct and indirect job creation
Temporary job creation
15. Lead by Example
Constructed Wetlands to treat waste water
Recycling Bins
Compostable Toilets
Organic Gardening
Aquaculture and Coral Propagation
Rain Collection System
16. Green Energy
We strive to lead by example as a showcase of what green
technologies can do. Potential projects include:
Solar heated water
Geo thermal heated water
Solar power
Hydro-electric
17. Something for Everyone
Evening lecture series
Aqua After Dark
Parent and me
School Trips
Workshops
Family events
18. Educational Impact
• As a global leader in
nanotechnology, the Capital Region
needs to improve
Science, Technology, Engineering and
Math (STEM) education initiatives
Young child’s play area exhibits and workshops
School age programs and camp offerings during summer
and school vacations
High school exhibit interpreter program
College internships in fisheries, education and business
Homeschooler lecture and lab series
Distance learning
24. The Mighty Hudson
Simulate moving boats up and down the Erie Canal
Diamondback Terrapins
Seahorse
Sturgeon
Oysters
American Eels
Newts
25. Sand Island
Explore the geology of how Long Island was shaped
Create a sand dune with wind
Make waves
Investigate the North Shore vs. South Shore
inhabitants
Flounder
Striped Bass
Clearnose Skates
Lobsters, crab species
35. Follow the impact our human species has on our natural
environment in this exhibit
36. Invasive Species Station
Explore the effects that non-
native organisms have on their
native counterparts.
Investigate how invasive
species entered their new
habitats
Learn what you can do to help
protect native species
Play an interactive game at one
of the kiosks
37. Future Exhibits to feature:
This exhibit will change on a bi-annual basis
Global climate change
Pollution
Bioaccumulation
39. Lil’ Squirt Grotto
An age-appropriate environment made
for the museum’s youngest visitors and
their grown-ups.
Free timed tickets required during busy
times
Gross motor play area (marine themed)
A special viewing area allows young
guests to see the animals close-up.
Large sandbox
Mother’s Room
Non-circulating library
40. Marine Science Center
Classrooms (can also be used for private parties)
Wet Lab for dissections
SMARTboard Technology
Ceiling Mounted Projectors
Distance Learning Lab
41. Trinket Trove Gift Shop
A gift shop of unique and unusual marine- themed gifts
42. Shark Bites Cafe
Featuring locally grown and produced items
Snacks and light fare for children and adults
Ability to cater events on premises
43. Lagniappe
something given or obtained gratuitously or by way of good measure
A 70,000 gallon pool with harbor seals and grey seals
at the aquarium‘s entrance
Boardwalk style path over the constructed wetlands
Shaded Picnic Area
Sprinkler Park (Seasonal)
45. Where can the money come from?
State Funding and Grants- Local Waterfront Revitalization
Grants
Federal Funding and Grants- Congressman Tonko’s Mighty
Waters Task Force
Private donors and foundations
Municipal Bonds
Fundraisers
Crowdfunding site
46. Tentative Plan over 8-10 years
Acquire Not-for-profit Status
Establish work groups
Raise funds for feasibility study
and legal costs
Hire design team and
consultants
Raise funds for the master plan
Site Acquisition
Secure capital
Outreach
Construction
Design
48. What You Can Do Next
Volunteer
Stay in Touch
Looking for individuals who can
Follow our Albany Aquarium
commit 1-2 hours a month to
form working groups:
Planning
Marketing/ Outreach
Fundraising
Facebook Page
Follow us on Twitter
@AlbanyAqua
Sign Up for our quarterly
newsletter
Send us an e-mail at
AlbanyAquarium@yahoo.com
Editor's Notes
Out of town overnight and day trip visitors accounts for most of this
New York State has put aside $220Million for economic development this year