Climate Action Israel Project #14545

You Can Save Israel's Unique Aquatic Habitats!

by The Tisch Family Zoological Gardens, the Biblical Zoo in Jerusalem

Project Report | Aug 21, 2015
Summer Update

By Nicole Wexler | Director of Development

The largest tank is taking shape!

Hello Sea Israel Supporters! We’re back with a summer update:

Construction Update

Construction has been advancing at a rapid pace with work now being done on the interior of the tanks.
The largest of the tanks – the Mediterranean Sea deep water exhibit with underwater viewing tunnel is now taking shape after the completion of extra foundation reinforcement measures.
The design team has begun planning the architectural finishes and interior design elements as well as educational signage design.

Wondering why the roof isn't on yet in many places? The large tank viewing windows still need to be installed - they will be lifted into the building by crane in one piece which means we have to leave the roof off until that's done!

Education Update

The new Window on the Mediterranean educational website continues to receive many visitors as we continue to update and supplement the information provided. The site provides a variety of educational content on the Mediterranean Sea for all ages including write-ups, videos, cartoons, and more. Click through on the link provided below to take a look and get started on learning more about the Mediterranean Sea and all of its extraordinary creatures!
In addition, a comprehensive education plan for the Sea Israel Aquarium has been compiled by our expert team of educators and marine biologists together with plans for educational group visits of all ages.

Moving Forward

We anticipate opening the facility in 2016. Some major challenges still lie ahead including the installation of the life support systems and system testing and we will report to you on progress in due course.

Please continue to spread the word about the Sea Israel Aquarium – Israel’s first aquarium and an essential educational tool to raise awareness of the challenges facing our aquatic habitats.

Warm regards,

Team Aquarium at the Jerusalem Biblical Zoo

Waterproofing and sealing the tank interiors

Interior tank design work in progress

Ensuring educational & authentic tank design

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