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Marin Residents: Explore the Aquarium of the Bay for Free This Week

Bat ray at the Aquarium of the BaySan Francisco's Aquarium of the Bay offers free admission this week for Marin County residents, from Monday, January 25 through Thursday, January 28, 2010. Aquarium of the Bay is providing free admission in celebration of its recent transition into a nonprofit nature center. As the only aquarium dedicated to showcasing the diverse aquatic life of the San Francisco Bay and its watershed, Marin County residents are encouraged to come out and meet their underwater neighbors.

To get free admission to the Aquarium of the Bay, Marin County residents must present one proof of residency: a valid driver's license or ID card with Marin County address, utility bill, or a bank statement that includes your Marin County home address, along with photo ID.

Aquarium of the Bay is located along San Francisco's waterfront on the Embarcadero adjacent to Pier 39. Public parking is available at the Pier 39 garage across from the main entrance to the aquarium. Regular admission is $15.95 for adults, and $8 for seniors 65+ and children 3–11. A family rate of $39.95 for two adults and two children is also available. The aquarium also offers behind-the-scenes tours for $21.95 adults and $14 seniors and children 5–11 (price includes aquarium admission).

For more information, call (415) 623-6300 or (888) SEA-DIVE or visit www.aquariumofthebay.org.