Shedd Aquarium

Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium is one of the most iconic landmarks in the city, often found in search results for the “best museums near me.” This indoor public aquarium is located just a few miles from the personal injury law firm of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. Here is some information we’d like to share about the nearby Shedd Aquarium. 

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History of the Shedd Aquarium

The Shedd Aquarium was opened on May 30, 1930. It was a gift to the city of Chicago from retail leader John G. Shedd, a protégé of Marshall Field, a benefactor of the nearby Field Museum. Mr. Shedd never saw the aquarium during his lifetime, having passed away after only seeing the architect’s first drawings of Shedd Aquarium. However, his widow, Mary Shedd, cut the ribbon at Shedd Aquarium’s official opening ceremony.

Interesting Facts About Shedd Aquarium

Here are a few fun facts about Shedd Aquarium:

  • Groundbreaking on Shedd Aquarium began on November 2, 1927. 
  • It cost $3 million to build.
  • About 2 million people visit Shedd Aquarium each year. 
  • At one point, Shedd Aquarium was the largest indoor aquarium in the world with 5 million gallons of water.
  • It was the first inland aquarium with a permanent saltwater fish collection. 
  • Its custom-made railroad car was called Nautilus and was responsible for transporting fish and seawater until 1959.
  • Shedd Aquarium has over 25,000 fish and 1,500 species.
  • Shedd Aquarium has received several acclaimed awards, including “best exhibit” by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums for Seahorse Symphony.
  • 20 railroad tank cars made eight round trips between Key West and Chicago in 1930 to transport 1 million gallons of seawater.
  • Shedd Aquarium added a 90,000 gallon exhibit reproducing a Caribbean coral reef in 1971.
  • The aquarium also features research vessels.

Does Shedd Aquarium Have a Free Day?

Yes. Shedd Aquarium has occasional free days for residents of Illinois. It announces free days on its website. You can also check its FAQ page for answers about Shedd Aquarium parking, exhibits, and admission.

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How Much Is Admission to the Shedd Aquarium?

Currently, general admission for Shedd Aquarium tickets is $39.95 for adults and $29.95 for children. It is $19.95 for adults and $14.95 for children who are Chicago residents. It also offers various discounts throughout the year.

How to Get to Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C.

Shedd Aquarium is located at 1200 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago IL 60605. It’s approximately 2 ½ miles from Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C., located at 161 N Clark St Suite 4700, Chicago, IL 60601. Use these directions to get to our office from Shedd Aquarium:

Take E McFetridge Dr to Jean Baptiste Point du Sable Lake Shore Dr/S Lake Shore Dr. Head west toward Special Olympics Dr. Make a slight right onto Special Olympics Dr. Turn right onto E McFetridge Dr. Continue on Jean Baptiste Point du Sable Lake Shore Dr/S Lake Shore Dr. Take E Jackson Dr, S Michigan Ave and E Randolph St to N Clark St. Use the right two lanes to turn right onto Jean Baptiste Point du Sable Lake Shore Dr/S Lake Shore Dr. Use the left two lanes to turn left onto E Jackson Dr. Turn right onto S Michigan Ave. Use the left two lanes to turn left onto E Randolph St. Turn right onto N LaSalle St. Turn right at the first cross street onto W Lake St. Turn right at the first cross street onto N Clark St. Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. will be on the left.

If you have trouble locating our office, please free to contact us.