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By twenty-nine votes, The South Carolina Aquarium’s rescued bald eagle naming contest comes to an end
Charleston, S.C. — Friday, July 4, 2008 — The South Carolina Aquarium and McDonald’s Charleston are pleased to announce Liberty as the winning name for the rescued American bald eagle naming contest. An extremely tight race, Liberty beat out second place ‘Bert, (pronounced BEAR) in honor of Stephen Colbert, Charleston native, host of Comedy Central's "Colbert Report" and self-proclaimed "personification of America” by only twenty-nine votes.
Come meet and celebrate Liberty this Fourth of July with the Aquarium at the Fourth of July Celebration on the Harbor. Give your grill a break and enjoy a tasty Bar-B-Q dinner from Jim ‘N Nicks featuring pulled pork and chicken, potato salad and more, dessert by Cupcake, cold refreshments by Pepsi, live entertainment by Lee Edwards Entertainment and spectacular fireworks overlooking the Charleston Harbor courtesy of Patriots Point. The Fourth of July Celebration begins at 7:30 p.m. and ends after the fireworks. Tickets are $55 for adults, $25 for children (2 and under are free). Tickets include beer, refreshments and food. Call (843) 577-FISH (3474) or visit scaquarium.org <http://www.scaquarium.org/> for more information
For all media inquiries, please contact Beth Nathan at (843) 579-8660 or bnathan@scaquarium.org.
About the South Carolina Aquarium:
The South Carolina Aquarium, Charleston’s most visited attraction, features thousands of amazing aquatic animals from river otters and sharks to loggerhead turtles in more than 60 exhibits representing the rich biodiversity of South Carolina from the mountains to the sea. Dedicated to promoting education and conservation, the Aquarium also presents fabulous views of Charleston harbor and interactive exhibits and programs for visitors of all ages.
The South Carolina Aquarium, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, is open Monday - Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. (last ticket sold at 5 p.m.) from April 1 to August 15 and is open Monday – Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. (last ticket sold at 4 p.m.) from August 16 to March 31. The Aquarium is closed Thanksgiving Day, half day Dec. 24 (open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.) and Dec. 25. Admission prices are: Children 1 and under (free); Youth 2-11 ($10); Adults ($17); Seniors 62+ ($16). Military, senior, college and group discounts
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