Flint RiverQuarium

08/29/2026

🎉 Big news! The Flint RiverQuarium has been named the Albany Area Chamber of Commerce Star Business of the Week!

This recognition is a testament to the hard work of our incredible team, the support of our community, and our ongoing mission to highlight the wonders of our local ecosystem. Whether you come to marvel at the deep blue waters of the Blue Hole Spring, explore hands-on exhibits, or bring your family for a fun day of discovery, this milestone belongs to all of us.

Thank you to the Albany Area Chamber of Commerce for this honor, and a massive thank you to our community for visiting, supporting, and celebrating with us.

Drop a 🐟 in the comments to help us celebrate, and come visit us this week to see what makes us a Star Business!

🌟 Star Business of the Week 🌟 The Albany Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to recognize the Flint RiverQuarium as this week's Star Business of the Week! Located in the heart of downtown Albany, the Flint RiverQuarium offers an exciting opportunity to explore the incredible aquatic life and eco...

08/21/2026

Last but not least, 5th grade's newest activity: D.I.Y taxonomy! 🐊🦅🐜

In this activity, your students will explore the diversity of the animal kingdom by learning how scientists classify animals and creating their own unique animal.

Email our Lead Educator at [email protected] or call 229.639.2650 (ext. 2001) for more information.

08/19/2026

Did you know the water cycle is more than just evaporation, condensation, and precipitation? 🌧💧

Follow a water molecule on its unique Journey through the Water Cycle in our new 4th grade field trip activity!

Email our Lead Educator at [email protected] or call 229.639.2650 (ext. 2001) for more information.

08/17/2026

Become an aquatic biologist in our new 3rd grade lesson! In this activity, students simulate macroinvertebrate sampling to determine if a river is polluted or not. 🔬💧

Email our Lead Educator at [email protected] or call 229.639.2650 (ext. 2001) for more information.

08/14/2026

Animals come in all different shapes, sizes, and colors, but did you know the same species might look completely different as a baby? 🐣

Your class can test their knowledge of life cycles in our new lesson, "Are You Me?", created specifically for 2nd grade classes! Match the baby animals to their adult counterparts and make lasting memories meeting a few of our ambassador animals. 🐢🦋

Email our Lead Educator at [email protected] or call 229.639.2650 (ext. 2001) for more information.

08/12/2026

What do animals need to live? How can we make sure our animals have everything they need at the aquarium?

Answer these questions with your 1st grade class in our new Education Lesson, Habitat for a Home! In this activity, students become Jr. Aquarists as they design habitats for aquarium animals and discuss what each animal needs to survive. 🐟💧

Email our Lead Educator at [email protected] or call 229.639.2650 (ext. 2001) for more information.

08/10/2026

Looking for a fun AND educational experience for your Kindergarten class? 🍎🎒🏫

Animal Investigators is one of 6 new education lessons designed with Georgia's Standards of Excellence in mind! In this activity, students investigate different animal traits and learn how scientists classify animals based on these traits through animal encounters and a game of "Who am I?" 🐾🔍🐊

Email our Lead Educator at [email protected] or call 229.639.2650 (ext. 2001) for more information.

08/07/2026

Come join us!!!🎶🍻🐢

Tonight, Friday, August 7 from 6:00–9:00 PM is Fridays on the Flint: BBQ & Brews at the Veterans Park Amphitheater!

Stop by the Flint RiverQuarium and Thronateeska table to say hi, catch some hands-on fun, and get an exclusive sneak peek at our brand-new K-5 education programs! Can you guess what we’ll be learning about this school year? Hint: 🐍 💧 🦋 🐞

Bring the family out for live music by Dirt Road Sports, great food, beer sampling, and awesome community vibes. See you there!

08/04/2026

Friday night plans? We’ve got ’em! 🎶🍻🐢

We’re heading to Downtown Albany for Fridays on the Flint: BBQ & Brews on Friday, August 7 from 6:00–9:00 PM at the Veterans Park Amphitheater!

Stop by the Flint RiverQuarium and Thronateeska table to say hi, catch some hands-on fun, and get an exclusive sneak peek at our brand-new K-5 education programs! Can you guess what we’ll be learning about this school year? Hint: 🐍 💧 🦋 🐞

Bring the family out for live music by Dirt Road Sports, great food, beer sampling, and awesome community vibes. See you there!

07/30/2026

📣 We’re Hiring! Flint RiverQuarium and Thronateeska are seeking candidates for the following full‑time positions: Aquarist I/II, Educator I/II, and Education and Museum Manager.

📄 Email resume + cover letter to [email protected]

🔗 View full job descriptions on Indeed