The Last Days of the Pier Aquarium

I've lived here for so long and never been to that aquarium. It is a shame they are tearing it down though. I will take a stroll over there soon. Thanks for the info Matt. I live in the area and didn't even hear about this!

 

Here is a pic of the building from the outside:



This building was built in 1973 and is an inverted pyramid. I walked along the balcony which is near the top and took in the view. It was a great view. I've never seen a building designed like this. It is one of a kind and about to go away. The concrete supports are said to be failing among other things...

added to 1st post.

 

Found those pics my coworker took. Not the best quality but you can get the feel for the exhibits.

































Looks like they are trying to find a new home

 

Thanks for adding more pics.
You know when I was there last month the tall cylinder tank was empty.
Looks like the aquarium doesn't like the arrangement with that museum in that link.

 

I thought it was odd that they were asking for 9000 of the museum's 11000sqft. That sounds more like taking over than anything.

 

I have this weird feeling I've been there before. How far is it from Clearwater?

 

It is not far from Clearwater. Probably about 20-30 minutes depending on which way you go. Clearwater also has a little aquarium as well as Tarpon Springs.

 

Okay I've probably been there then. My grandparents used to live in Clearwater and we would visit every year when I was younger. Looking at the pictures, it just looks so familiar to me!