Texas State Aquarium nominated by USA Today for Readers’ Choice Award – Cast Your Vote Today!
May 12, 2025
Corpus Christi, TX – The Texas State Aquarium has been nominated as one of the top aquariums in the country in USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, and the community’s support could help bring this national title home to the Texas Gulf Coast. Let’s show the country that the best Aquarium in America is right here in Corpus Christi, Texas!
As the only Texas nominee, the Aquarium’s inclusion on this prestigious list highlights its commitment to conservation, education, and unforgettable guest experiences. This isn’t just a title, it’s a chance to raise national awareness for the animals they save, the students they inspire, and the community they serve.
Voting is open now and continues through Monday, May 12, 2025. This weekend marks the final weekend to vote, and supporters are encouraged to cast their votes daily and share the link with others to help amplify the Aquarium’s impact.
How to Support the Texas State Aquarium:
- Vote daily at https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/texas-state-aquarium-corpus-christi-texas/ through May 12
- Visit the Aquarium’s website at texasstateaquarium.org to access the voting link
- Share official voting posts from the Aquarium’s social media channels
- Find and vote directly from posts on the Aquarium’s Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and X (Twitter)
- Scan to Vote: As part of the final push, a QR code graphic has been included in the Media Assets for TV stations and broadcast partners to use in on-air segments, making it easier than ever for viewers to scan and vote instantly during news coverage.
The Texas State Aquarium is the largest Aquarium in Texas and offers guests a journey through land and sea, from a jungle filled with free-flying birds and flamingos to a sunken shipwreck teeming with sharks. Visitors of all ages can experience sea turtles, otters, and dolphins up close, while interactive touch pools and daily presentations create hands-on opportunities to learn about marine life.
The Texas State Aquarium is home to the largest coastal wildlife rescue facility in Texas, and one of the largest in the nation. Its Center for Wildlife Rescue is the only facility in the state permitted to care for marine mammals, sea turtles, raptors, and shorebirds. It plays a vital role in animal rehabilitation and veterinary education, treating thousands of animals each year.
About Texas State Aquarium
The Texas State Aquarium (TSA), the Official Aquarium of the State of Texas, is a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) institution that is fully accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. Its mission is to engage people with animals, inspire appreciation for our seas and support wildlife conservation. TSA, the largest Aquarium in Texas, cares for over 4,000 animals and has been named the #5 Best Aquarium in North America by USA Today. Learn more at texasstateaquarium.org.
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Texas State Aquarium Contact:
Jennifer Vela
Chief Government Affairs and Marketing Officer
361.653.2655
Media Assets: https://bit.ly/3Z6KM0s