A NNUAL R EPORT 2018 annual report 2018

”At Mystic Aquarium, we take our mission seriously and we thank you for your support as we continue to inspire others and grow.” 2018 MYSTIC AQUARIUM ANNUAL REPORT

Dear Friend,

A child’s face is alive with wonder when encountering a sea lion. A scientist explores ways to gather non-invasive biological samples from wild marine life. Students discover the mystery behind communicating underwater. A family leaves the beach cleaner than when they arrived, toting a collection of discarded trash and single-use plastics. A young seal receives a new lease on life following professional medical care.

At Mystic Aquarium, we take our mission and impact seriously and there is much more to share, to teach and to do, all for our ocean planet.

We are leading the way to a better future by providing our family, friends and neighbors the opportunity to get involved and make a difference. In fact, the amazing work conducted through our Animal Rescue Program, in conjunction with our efforts to promote a plastic-free lifestyle, inspired an area restaurant to rebrand their business and opt for a greener approach.

New animals and exhibits allow us to connect with different audiences, promote relevant concerns and showcase the wonder of Mystic Aquarium. Jurassic Giants reminds guests that while extinction had once been unpredictable, it is now preventable with proper action. Our newest animal ambassadors, Eden and her daughter, Perl, joined fellow Steller sea lions Astro and Sitka. With each new addition, be it animal or animatronic, we bring our mission to life each and every day.

In our role as industry pioneers, we have a responsibility to take real actions that yield groundbreaking results. We actively invest in Mystic Aquarium in order to enable the future. 1 Thank you for standing with us as we continue to inspire others and grow.

Sincerely,

George M. Milne, Jr., Ph.D. Stephen M. Coan, Ph.D. Chairman of the Board President & CEO MYSTIC AQUARIUM ANNUAL REPORT 2018

Mystic Aquarium tackles local and global conservation issues.

Globally, marine mammals continue to face many challenges. By examining the effects of climate change MISSION and other environmental and anthropogenic stressors PROGRAMS on marine mammals, we improve understanding and The mission of Mystic Aquarium is to inspire help protect wild populations and their Arctic home. people to care for and protect our ocean Locally, we conduct ecological research on Long Island planet through conservation, education Sound and engage hundreds of people in coastal and research. cleanups, population monitoring of key species and habitat restoration efforts. Our Animal Rescue Program rehabilitates sick and injured marine mammals and In the third year of implementation of the 2020 “One sea turtles along the 1,000-mile Connecticut, Rhode Ocean, One Mission” strategic plan, Mystic Aquarium’s Island, and Fishers Island, New York coastlines and Mission Programs further increased conservation impact releases them back into the wild. through the integration of education, research and exhibits. Highlights included: Annually, over 500 people experience Mystic Aquarium’s Conservation in Action speaker series, which a $2.25 million competitive grant from the features guest speakers who share their experiences Department of Justice to expand Mystic Aquarium’s with and contributions to the conservation of our conservation-focused STEM Mentoring Program in ocean planet. high-needs communities, serving more than 1,500 mentees and 375 mentors at 80 after-school sites in 34 states and territories. Case Study: Long Island Sound 2 In spring of 2018, Mystic Aquarium opened Discover Long Ongoing commitment to ocean research and Island Sound, an innovative, inclusive and interactive exhibit conservation exemplified by leadership in local, on Long Island Sound and its watersheds. The exhibit regional and national fisheries management and consists of photorealistic wall graphics, digital touch screen policy, the CT Blue Plan and a new National Estuarine interactives, games, maps, pledges, a water table modeled Research Reserve proposed for Long Island Sound. after the Connecticut River and a naturalistic touch pool Continued beluga whale conservation-focused with local species. This immersive and engaging exhibit research in the Arctic and in aquariums with eight allows guests of all ages to explore Long Island Sound and its research projects aligned to the conservation watersheds, examine the threats to these aquatic systems management plan of the endangered Cook Inlet, and learn how to be good environmental stewards. The Alaska beluga population. exhibit rounds out an already robust suite of education and experiential learning opportunities that are delivered annually to over 100,000 students, teachers and campers. TABLE OF CONTENTS

Case Study: The Coral Reef Aquarium 2-3 mission PROGRAMS Fisheries Campaign This was a banner year for Mystic Aquarium’s Coral Reef Aquarium Fisheries Campaign, which strives to empower sustainable coral reef aquarium fisheries that support 4-5 Beluga Research biodiversity, conservation, healthy coral reefs, livelihoods & Conservation and food security for those who depend on them. With our partners at the Marine Science Magnet High School in Groton, CT, we engaged high school students, college and post-baccalaureate interns in aquaculture research. Working 6-7  Plastic-Free Future with Roger Williams University, we demonstrated changes in gene expression from fish exposed to cyanide poison using new Steller Sea Lions non-lethal samples of gill tissue. Promising preliminary results have paved the way for a grant from the Paul M. Angell Foundation to continue development of a genetic 8-9  Exhibiting the Ocean’s assay which will allow the industry to test and reject Power cyanide-exposed fishes in a non-lethal way. With our partners at Something Fishy, Inc., we educated industry Honoring Dr. Milne professionals about sustainably sourcing wild and Jurassic Giants aquacultured species and worked with them to improve the standard of care of fish. To cap off the year, Mystic strategic Plan Aquarium launched a new exhibit to showcase a diverse array of aquacultured marine aquarium fish and encourages our guests to make sustainable purchasing decisions that 2018 10-11  2018 support coral reef conservation. accomplisHMENTS & PARTNERSHIPS Case Study: Expanding into the Community 12-13  COMING IN 2019 For over 20 years, Mystic Aquarium’s educators have traveled to schools and community events as part of a robust Board of Trustees community outreach effort to inspire learners of all ages. In & Trustees Emeritus 2018, community outreach became an interdepartmental endeavor with professionals from across the Aquarium joining in the effort. The STEM Career Speaker Series 14-15  PRESIDENT’S COUNCIL provided our Animal Care, Veterinary and Research experts & SENIOR LEADERSHIP the opportunity to travel directly into schools to inspire the next generation of conservationists. Additionally, 85 virtual 16-17  2018 DONORS learning programs greatly expanded our reach by bringing Aquarium staff, exhibits and our conservation efforts into classrooms throughout North America and Panama. Even 18-19  DONATIONS in-kind, the Aquarium’s African penguins joined in the fun through in-MEMORY & our new Penguin Outreach Ambassador Program, traveling IN-HONOR into the community to educate and inspire people to join our mission to care for and protect our ocean planet. 20-21 2018 FINANCIALS MYSTIC AQUARIUM ANNUAL REPORT 2018 caring for beluga whales

In the past decade, population counts estimate over • As the home to the largest outdoor beluga whale 150,000 beluga whales inhabit various Arctic and subarctic habitat in the United States, we provide a critical habitats. While the species at large is currently listed as resource for a better understanding of beluga whales Least Concern by the International Union for Conservation in a controlled environment – studies performed at our of Nature, select sub-populations are struggling, with some Arctic Coast habitat could not be replicated in the wild. already critically endangered. Aquarium scientists make annual visits to Alaska and other Arctic locations to monitor the health of beluga A leader in the aquarium and marine research community whales in their natural environment, bringing their for decades, Mystic Aquarium has produced significant home-based research full circle. advances in the marine sciences through both laboratory and field work, especially as it relates to the conservation of beluga whales. In 2017, the Department of Marine Sciences at the University of Connecticut at Avery Point became the official home base for the Aquarium’s team of researchers, providing our team with dedicated space and resources to further advance knowledge of aquatic life through broad-based studies in immunology, neuroendocrinology, veterinary medicine, animal behavior and aquaculture along with field projects in wildlife biology and ecology.

Furthermore, we continue to provide engaging 4 opportunities for visiting scientists, students at all educational levels, guests, community members and colleagues alike to participate in vital research initiatives alongside our research and education staff. 2018 MYSTIC AQUARIUM ANNUAL REPORT

• We collaborate with like-minded organizations to conduct a nationally recognized, scientific research- based education and cultural exchange program for Native Alaskan and Native American youth. This program provides hands-on learning focused on belugas both in the field and laboratory. The goal is to inspire youth not only to continue their education but to also be a community asset in regards to the sustainability of marine resources including belugas.

• A grant awarded from the National Science Foundation helped develop and implement the first ever Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program at an aquarium. Mystic Aquarium’s REU has provided life- changing research experiences to underrepresented groups of undergraduate students.

Beyond our efforts in research and conservation, the Continued advancements in animal care, like the new lift addition of a hydraulic-based lift system in the Artic Coast system, are a hallmark of Mystic Aquarium’s dedication habitat has further enabled our animal care staff and to these important animal ambassadors and the veterinarians to streamline – and shorten – routine medical conservation of their wild counterparts. examinations on our resident whales.

5 MYSTIC AQUARIUM ANNUAL REPORT 2018 INSPIRING A PLASTIC-FREE FUTURE

As a proud member of the Aquarium Conservation Two such people are Tim Brennan and Kevin Urbonas, Partnership (ACP), Mystic Aquarium joined forces with 22 co-owners of the popular Misquamicut Beach seafood top aquariums in the U.S. for a collective-action campaign restaurant, Two Little Fish. Tim and Kevin transformed their aimed at breaking single-use plastic habits. Building on business into a plastic-free restaurant. With cups and the successes of 2017’s #InYourHands campaign, the utensils made of cornstarch and plant fiber and through #FirstStep campaign utilized a text-engagement strategy the addition of paper plates and straws. Their act of that encouraged participants to ‘say no’ to single-use conservation is promoting a cleaner and healthier ocean. plastics, while encouraging others to do the same. Tim and Kevin are also major supporters of our Animal Banding together in a joint #FirstStep to plastic-free Rescue Program, donating a portion of EVERY MEAL sold at waters, ACP aquariums collectively seek commitments Two Little Fish to the program. from more businesses, pledges from individuals and policy action by municipalities, in order to reduce a growing source of single-use plastic waste that harms ocean and freshwater wildlife around the world.

Mystic Aquarium’s team broadly supported this effort. Through the Calgary Zoo & Columbus Zoo and Aquarium’s ‘Plastic Free July’ challenge, our staff pushed their usual conservation efforts even further. Inspired by healthy 6 competition amongst fellow colleagues and other participating zoos and aquariums, the Aquarium’s team prevented over 2,500 pieces of single-use plastics from entering the landfill through simple changes. And through our beach and other area cleanup events, we worked with our community to collect and properly dispose of over 1,100 pounds of trash.

It is extremely humbling to see our work, our words and our will to do better inspire others to join us in our mission.

> Kevin Urbonas, Co-owner of Two Little Fish restaurant, opens a crate at a seal release. 2018 MYSTIC AQUARIUM ANNUAL REPORT

AQUARIUM’S STELLER POPULATION GROWs WITH MOTHER/DAUGHTER DUO

As one of only two organizations in the United States, and the only one in the continental U.S., to house Steller sea lions, we were thrilled to welcome 17-year old Eden and 2-year old Perl in early December.

After receiving exemplary care at Alaska SeaLife Center, the mother/daughter duo joined our current Steller residents, Astro and Sitka, as vital ambassadors to their species. Steller sea lions are listed on the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Red List as near-threatened, with the Western population of Stellers in Alaska listed as endangered by the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) under the Endangered Species Act. Their presence at the Aquarium allows us to educate guests on the importance of conserving this and other species.

7 MYSTIC AQUARIUM ANNUAL REPORT 2018 TAPPING INTO THE POWER OF THE OCEAN

“Information from the oceans can help us understand climate change and natural disasters while also providing sources of food and energy.” – Ocean Power Technologies

When we create relationships with compatible organizations, we strive to promote the many unique opportunities our ocean planet provides us in return. As the inventors of the PowerBouy®, an ocean-wave-based power generator, Ocean Power Technologies (OPT) shares our desire to explore the power of natural resources all while protecting and conserving the sanctity of our oceans’ environment.

Thanks to the help of Mystic Aquarium Board Member and OPT CEO, George H. Kirby III, Aquarium guests can now learn about this revolutionary technology by examining a replica of OPT’s signature PowerBouy®.

“We wanted our community to know that Ocean Power Located on the mezzanine of the Main Gallery, visitors Technologies is a company that is deeply invested in the are inspired to view the ocean as more than a wealth of 8 future of the ocean,” said Kirby. “There was no better place aquatic biodiversity, but also as a revolving source of to exhibit our revolutionary technology than at Mystic environmentally-sound energy. In partnering with other Aquarium, where every day their guests are immersed conservation-minded organizations like OPT, we are able in messaging on how to conserve, protect and respect to introduce our guests to even more reasons to care for the ocean.” and protect our ocean planet.

CELEBRATING AN ADMIRED LEADER AND FRIEND

In August, we were delighted to recognize and honor Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Dr. George M. Milne, Jr. Approximately 150 of Dr. Milne’s friends and colleagues attended this special dinner to celebrate all that he has done and what he continues to do to make Mystic Aquarium an institutional icon.

With his wife, Carol, Dr. Milne has been a stalwart sponsor of our marine mammal program, including investments in the long-term presence of beluga whales here, our research programs, the Preservation Fund and most notably, the development and construction of the Milne Ocean Science and Conservation Center.

At the event, Dr. Milne was presented with the Harry Jack Gray Hercules Award, an honor bestowed on individuals who work to advance the interests, mission and future of Mystic Aquarium. 2018 MYSTIC AQUARIUM ANNUAL REPORT AQUARIUM TRUSTEE FUNDS DINOSAUR INVASION

Mystic Aquarium is home to many threatened or endangered species, like the African penguin. Tom Mosey, Vice Chair of our Board of Trustees, recognized the urgency of bringing the reality of extinction to the public consciousness.

“I believe travel is one of the best forms of education,” said Mosey. “Since we can’t travel back in time to witness how easily dinosaurs became extinct, I wanted to bring something to Mystic Aquarium that would connect these animals that are forever gone to those that could soon follow suit.”

Taking over the Ocean Conservation Center, Jurassic Giants: A Dinosaur Adventure does just that. Aquarium guests encounter over a dozen captivating and animatronic dinosaurs including favorites like Stegosaurus, Triceratops and, of course, Tyrannosaurus Rex. Each dinosaur was hand-crafted and painted by Dinoscapes, a local company with a mission to bring awareness to extinction through 9 thought-provoking exhibit offerings. STRATEGIC “My objective in bringing dinosaurs to life was to align with the Aquarium’s mission,” added Mosey. PLAN “Jurassic Giants leaves a lasting impression about the impact of extinction and provides opportunities GOAL 1 MASTERY to explore ways that we can help save threatened Position Mystic Aquarium as a global leader, species still in our midst.” practitioner and provider of the “One Ocean, One Mission” concept.

GOAL 2 OPPORTUNITY Increase attendance and memberships through year-round exhibits, programs and shows. GOAL 3 CONNECTIVITY Connect with and engage our neighbors, industry associates and global partner communities.

GOAL 4 COMMUNITY Foster an organization and community that embraces and exemplifies diversity.

GOAL 5 SECURITY Develop a robust and sustainable financial platform. MYSTIC AQUARIUM ANNUAL REPORT 2018

2018 ACCOMPLISHMENTS & PARTNERSHIPS

education and conservation

Mystic Aquarium’s formal and informal experiential learning programs are focused on educating and motivating people of all ages to care for and protect our ocean planet. As the largest informal science education provider in Connecticut, the Aquarium reaches 100,000 students annually. Hands-on, inquiry-based programs are designed to address the need for high quality, conservation-focused STEM programming for both formal and informal audiences. This is particularly beneficial in high-needs communities and for students with autism and intellectual disabilities. Programs include Sea School Preschool, summer camps, overnights and internship experiences as well as extensive formal programming for grades pre-K to adult, with a focus on higher education. Through experiences with live animals, citizen science initiatives, field research studies and restoration efforts, our program participants are poised to become scientifically literate environmental stewards of our ocean planet.

2018 accomplishments Engaged 38,135 individuals, representing 45,398 hours, in public conservation programs. Received $53,238 from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation to work with the Animal Rescue Program to conduct education, outreach and stewardship activities along the coast of Long Island Sound. 10 Hosted a three-day conference for the Education Committee of the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums Education, representing accredited facilities across the U.S., Bermuda, Bahamas, Mexico, Dominican Republic and Portugal. Directly engaged over 8,500 underserved students in grant-funded onsite programming. Evaluation results revealed that 95% of their teachers expressed that these programs effectively immersed their students in STEM. 92% of all teachers surveyed expressed that Mystic Aquarium education programs helped them meet the Next Generation Science Standards and 87% expressed that the educational experiences also inspired their students to care about the ocean. Implemented a new conservation-focused initiative, funded by Charles River Laboratories, to aquaculture horseshoe crabs at both Mystic Aquarium and in partnership with Stonington High School. 2018 MYSTIC AQUARIUM ANNUAL REPORT CONSERVATION-focused research

Mystic Aquarium’s conservation-focused research program is committed to the conservation of marine ecosystems, habitats and species. The team continues to:

Develop and test new, non-invasive methods to gather data that can assess the health of marine mammals in the wild. Assist natural resource managers and policy makers by identifying areas of high biodiversity worthy of protection. Conduct research that promotes sustainable food fisheries and sustainable marine ornamental fisheries.

2018 accomplishments Continued the validation of breath studies in belugas as a non-invasive means to assess health, including investigation of gene expression of the immune system and biomarkers of health in the breath of beluga whales; presented beluga research at workshop focused on the endangered Cook Inlet Beluga. Participated in the “Health and Risk Assessment of Bottlenose Dolphins” project; contributed immune function and status data on wild bottlenose dolphins. Initiated studies to evaluate hormones and validate methods to investigate the microbiome in the feces of the endangered African penguin. Continued research in eastern Long Island Sound focused on developing a seafloor habitat map to aid policy makers and managers in decisions about conflicting uses of our public waters. Some habitats, once dominated by particular species, have shifted composition as a likely result of climate change. 11 Successfully tested use of virtual reality cameras to study predator-prey interactions at Gray’s Reef National Marine Sanctuary and Isla del Coco National Park. Identified seasonal changes in predator hunting groups at isla del Coco, initiating a new project in collaboration with dive charters to collect monthly data during recreational dive trips. Conducted a science briefing for new United Nations delegates in preparation for negotiations on a new treaty focused on conservation of marine biodiversity beyond national jurisdictions. MYSTIC AQUARIUM ANNUAL REPORT 2018

BOARD IN2019 OF TRUSTEES We have many exciting endeavors George M. Milne, Jr., Ph.D. (Chairman) planned for 2019 that will bring our Senior Partner | Radius Ventures, LLC mission even more within reach. Stephen M. Coan, Ph.D. President & CEO | Mystic Aquarium As part of our strategic plan, we Tom Mosey (Vice Chair) continue to introduce fresh, new President & CEO | Mini Melts, Inc.

experiences that challenge our Steven K. Perrelli (Vice Chair) guests’ way of viewing – and living Vice President Sales Center Operations Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Northern – everyday life. An augmented New England

reality journey will envelop guests

G COMIN Susette Tibus (Vice Chair) Owner | Simply Majestic in an encounter with amazing Nicholas P. Leone (Treasurer) Arctic species in Wild Arctic. Explore Partner | PJT Partners Plastic Free Seas where we will Christine Allaire spotlight the new technology used 12 Peter B. Barr, D.B.A. to understand how plastics impact President | Glenville State College (Retired) our ocean and its inhabitants. Our Leigh Anne Bonney Animal Rescue Team will continue Rodney Butler Chairman | Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Council to take our mission to the streets, now in their new rescue ambulance TRUSTEES fully-outfitted for the animal’s EMERITUS safety, well-being and comfort. And the Milne Ocean Science and Attorney Carolyn Kelly Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-At-Law Conservation Center will open its doors, providing us with a new Aquaculture Laboratory, Fish & Invertebrate Area and dedicated learning space to enhance our efforts in environmentally-focused STEM education. 2018 MYSTIC AQUARIUM ANNUAL REPORT

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Jim Calhoun Timothy J. Kane Coach Emeritus | Men’s Basketball CEO | Goodway Technologies Corp. University of Connecticut Richard Katz, M.D. Attorney Peter G. Drakos Griffin Hospital (Retired) The Law Office of Peter Drakos, LLC George H. Kirby, III Terry D. Garcia President & CEO | Ocean Power Technologies Marjorie A. Geiger Joseph Marino CEO | Rite Solutions, Inc. Patrick L. Green, FACHE President & CEO | Lawrence + Memorial Alex Marku Hospital & Westerly Hospital Owner | A Beautiful Company General Executive Vice President | Yale New Haven Contractors and Buon Appetito Ristorante Health Tom Marra Jack Heflin President & CEO | Symetra Financial Owner | Heflin Properties Corporation

Kevin R. Hennessy Jason Reese State Policy Director | Dominion Resources, Inc. Alinea Strategic Solutions Eric F. Hogarth Stephan Salem 13 Partner | Johnson Brunetti President | Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation

John Holstein Tan Hee Teck Principal & CEO | First H & M Corp. President | Genting Singapore

TRUSTEES EMERITUS

Attorney Carolyn Kelly Daniel C. Verdier Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-At-Law Cirrus Construction Company, Inc. MYSTIC AQUARIUM ANNUAL REPORT 2018

PRESIDENT’S COUNCIL

Joseph M. Cronin, Ed.D. (Chairman) James Gueltzow Executive Vice President, Residential Myles Weisenberg (Vice Chair) Lending | Washington Trust Company Vice President of Development Brandeis University Kurt Harrington President | Something Fishy, Inc. Robert Billington, Ed.D. President | Blackstone Valley Tourism Council Jeff Hubbard Market President | KeyBank Christopher P. Bruhl President & CEO | The Business Council Eric Janney of Fairfield County Attorney | Block, Janney & Sisley, LLC

Jerry Desmond Jason E. Kelly Connecticut Department of Energy & Executive Vice President | Moran Shipping Environmental Protection (DEEP) Agencies, Inc.

Scott Ficarra Sarah Kelly Senior Technology Manager | International Thomas Liguori Gaming Technology Attorney | Cherenzia & Associates

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Stephen M. Coan, Ph.D. Katie Cubina President and CEO Senior Vice President, Mission Programs Larry Rivarde Executive Vice President and COO Andrew Wood Senior Vice President, Robert Constable External Relations (January – March) Senior Vice President and CFO Roslyn Gilhuly Senior Vice President, External Relations 2018 MYSTIC AQUARIUM ANNUAL REPORT

PRESIDENT’S COUNCIL

Neal Manchester Tony Sheridan Senior Sales Executive | The Allied Group President | Chamber of Commerce Eastern Connecticut Fátima Matos, Ph.D. Bruce T. Silverstone Alejandro Melendez-Cooper Vice President & General Director | Hispanic Alliance Manager | Aquarion Water Company

Geraldine O’Shannon Rob Valenti Robert J. Patten Vice President & General Manager | Valenti Auto Mall First Vice President and Wealth Advisor | Morgan Stanley Kevin M. Whelan, C.F.A., C.P.A. Senior Vice President | Beacon Capital Peggy Roberts Partners, LLC President | Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce

Elisse Rosen Elisse Rosen Consulting, LLC

Jennifer Schwindt

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Keith Sorensen Senior Vice President, Facilities and Capital Projects Kelly Matis Vice President, Education and Conservation Allison D. Tuttle, DVM, Diplomate ACZM Vice President, Biological Programs Cheryl E. Miller Director of Operations, Office of the President MYSTIC AQUARIUM ANNUAL REPORT 2018 DONORS

$1,000,000+ Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development, Office of Tourism THANK YOU U.S. Department of Justice DONOR While there are many ways one can $500,000 - $999,999 Dr. & Mrs. George M. Milne, Jr. show appreciation, none can truly express our endless gratitude for your $100,000 - $499,999 Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Northern New England service, support and most importantly, Foxwoods Resort Casino your friendship. Thomas and Michelle Marra Tom and Julie Mosey It is because of you that we have National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Office of Naval Research inspired others to make lifestyle changes that are life-saving for marine $50,000 - $99,999 Covanta of Southeastern Connecticut animals and their habitats. Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation It is through your advocacy that we are Resorts World Sentosa John T. and Jane A. Wiederhold Foundation one of the nation’s leading aquariums National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Ocean Power Technologies in conservation, education and research. It is a direct result of your $25,000 - $49,999 Christine and Paul Allaire pride, knowledge, authenticity and Charles River Laboratories International Inc. 162 esteem that our community looks to us Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Jack and Laurie Heflin as not only a means to a better future, Dr. Richard Katz but as a beloved landmark visited by Nicholas and Grace Leone Alex and Rajmonda Marku generation after generation. McElroy, Deutsch, Mulvaney & Carpenter, LLP National Marine Sanctuary Foundation Your contribution to our success is National Ocean Protection Coalition, never overlooked, always cherished and a project of Resources Legacy Fund SBM Charitable Foundation forever remembered. Thank you. Susette Tibus and Chuck Sneddon

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Eric and Megan Hogarth $2,500 - $4,999 Anne and Soll Goldenthal Holstein Foundation Asahi / America Inc. Graham Capital Timothy and Annette Kane AT&T Patrick and LaNece Green Katharine Matthies Foundation Maureen Balsbaugh and John Radford William Griffin, IV George and Kathleen Kirby Barbara and Vincent Bernardo Stephen and Lynn Hazard John and Mary LaMattina Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Kevin and Elizabeth Hennessy Lawrence + Memorial Hospital Connecticut Hilcorp Alaska, LLC Fatima Matos and Hans Rollema Richard Cody and Tanya Gudz Hilton Mystic Olde Mistick Village CohnReznick, LLP Muriel N. Hinkle Pfizer, Inc. and Connecticut Labratories First Pic, Inc. Horizons, Inc. Pfizer Foundation Matching Gift Program Scott and Sherry Freeman Eric Janney Jason Reese Gaylord Hospital Paul and Meg Johnson The Rhode Island Foundation George A. and Grace L. Long Foundation Brian Kahan Sea World Busch Gardens Conservation Fund Gottfried & Somberg Wealth Management Jason E. Kelly StoneRidge Retirement Community Hoffman Auto Group Richard and Deborah Kollmeyer The Barnes Foundation Jaguar Land Rover North Haven Lattizori Development The Dilenschneider Group Michael and Ann Johnson Dylan and Sally Lee United Technologies Corporation Daniel Levinson Bruce and Catherine Littman The William T. Morris Foundation Marine Mammal Commission Lux Bond and Green Heather Nealon-Champagne Dr. Martin MacKay $5,000 - $9,999 and Andrew Champagne Joseph and Dorothy Marino Block, Janney & Sisley, LLC Michelle and Steven Pagella Constance and Terrence Markey Diana and Edward Cassidy Professional Planning Group Kelly and Gregg Matis Chelsea Groton Bank Quinlan Enterprises, LLC Shelley McBreairty and John Grott Community Foundation of Southeastern Quinn & Hary Marketing, Web, Richard and Jean Meduski Massachusetts - Jacobs Family Design and Advertising Pauline and John Mendez Donor Advised Fund Peggy Roberts and Bill Rogers Merwin Memorial Free Clinic for Animals Day-O-Lite Jeffrey and Ana Schneider Microsoft Matching Gift Fund 172 Doosan Energy Solutions America, Inc. John G. Cheryl Miller and Robert Florio General Dynamics Electric Boat Mark and Heather Somers Lenore Milner Goodway Technologies Corporation Janet Steinmayer Michael and Beth Mondello Mrs. Arthur Gossner Symetra Financial Corporation Mystic Seaport The Per and Astrid Heidenreich TD Bank Mystic Transportation Family Foundation TGS Canada Corp. Denis and Britta Nayden Jaguar Land Rover Fairfield Paul Turetzky and Elisse Rosen George Ouellette and Sandra Wallace Johnson Brunetti United Healthcare Colleen and Patrick Pate Laura J. Niles Foundation Webster Bank Robert and Jill Patten Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation The Williams School The Pension Service Todd and Jill Milne Perry Charitable Fund Morgan Stanley Wealth Management $1,000 - $2,499 Progeny Systems, Inc. Naktenis Family Foundation Ann Luedke Lobdell Family Foundation Robert G. Youngs Family Foundation, Inc. Nordson Corporation Foundation Frances Ashley Anna and James Rosato Oak Foundation Kristen and Del-Bourree Bach Rotary Club of Mystic The Ocean Project, a project of the Richard Ben-Veniste and Donna Grell Jennifer and David Schwindt Ocean Foundation Cadd Tech Design Inc. Sherri Sengsouvanna Geraldine O’Shannon Dr. Stephen & Mrs. Patricia Coan Kenneth Sigel and Sarah Kelly Petit Family Foundation Katie and Luis Cubina James and Cinda Spavins PIMCO Investments LLC Custom Marine Canvas Karen Stone and David Schulz Regan Enterprises Jerry and Jackie Desmond Alan and June Strunk Edward and Carol Sauers Terry and Sandy Fedors Michael and Pia Toro Savings Institute Bank and Trust Scott Ficarra Daniel and Melissa Verdier Stifel, Goldenthal, Frazier Investment Group Roy and Risa Filkoff Waterford Hotel Group Alan and Skye Todd Financial Benefit Services Corporation West Marine Robert and Debra Valenti Raymond and Vincentia Fricano Susan Wiedmann Gurdon and Kathy Wattles Hylar and Marliese Friedman Adam and Jennifer Wronowski The Woman’s Seamen’s Friend Terry and Mary Garcia Society of Connecticut Roslyn and Michael Gilhuly

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Lux Bond and Green Donald and Mary Roy Janice Marconi and Gary Fisher Russ Kramer Fine Art Alex and Rajmonda Marku S & P Oyster Company Janet McCraw Saybrook Country Barn The Misquamicut Club Shennecossett Yacht Club Mooresfield Oyster Farm Silvermine Golf Club Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa Simply Majestic Narragansett Brewing Smuttynose Brewing Company Something Fishy, Inc. National Marine Life Center The Spice and Tea Exchange New England Air Museum of Mystic New England Science and Stonington Community Center Sailing Foundation Stony Creek Brewing Norwich Ophthalmology Group Tapped Apple PEAK Event Services Two Roads Brewing Company Power Posse Productions, LCC Briahna Wenke Princess Cruises Whelen Engineering Pure Eco Spa & Boutique Company Inc. The Real McCoy Spirits Wireless Zone Rhode Island Rentals Yale Peabody Museum of Rickrimmon Country Club Natural History

192 TRIBUTES IN HONOR OF

Sam Baran Marin and Clara Mahoney Ellie O’Connelle Julie Dunn Bryan and Helen Mahoney Household Melissa Khoury Jennifer Nordlund Jennifer Paul Barbara Mangold Ashley Paladini Tenley Phillips Kelly and John Mangold Daniel Paladini Zaira Reyes Angelos and Toni Markatos Sienna and Alex Seaward Bruce Bradshaw Toni Nanette Thompson Patrick Seaward John and Martha Bradshaw Charitable Lead Trust Wes and Julian Marshall Rachel Simmons Barbara Pantalone Geoffrey Herrnson Anthony Casso Yukiyo Iida Jennifer DelBiondo Rick and Cathy Michaud Kristen and Joshua Levithan Anna Bouteneff Wayne Charette Megan Slaughter Chelsae O’Halloran Maddie Nepini Charles Worthington Moritz Corinne Clancy Neal Finley Holly Correia Judith Landers and Mark Stidsen Dennis Monger Karen Harper Laurie Tobias Andrea Hodge James and Barbara Hegg Beth Jones Antonio Torcia Laurie Tobias Heather Koulouris Rebecca and Timothy Giulini Serina Meagher Mikayla Sleeter Kaleb Janik Andrew and Nancy Canevari MYSTIC AQUARIUM ANNUAL REPORT 2018

FINANCIAL information DECEMBER 31, 2018

Sea Research Foundation, Inc. d/b/a Mystic Aquarium Financial Information.***

operating revenue 2018 Unconsolidated Total: $20,825,624

Admissions $11,516,788 Memberships $1,990,350 $279,706 $279,706 Auxiliary Operations $2,251,282 $1,467,666$1,467,666 Donations $1,373,942 Operating Grants $2,440,905 Program/Classes $1,467,666 Other $1,945,890$2,440,905$279,706 $21,320,639

$1,373,942$1,373,942 $11, 516,788

$11,516,788

20

$2,251,282$2,251,282

$1,990,350$1,990,350

AdmissionsAdmissions Memberships Donations Auxiliary Operations Programs/Donations Classes Operating Grants Program/Classes Other Memberships Operating Grants Other Auxiliary Operations

*** Complete audited financial statements are available upon request from Sea Research Foundation, Inc. d/b/a Mystic Aquarium 2018 MYSTIC AQUARIUM ANNUAL REPORT

FINANCIAL information DECEMBER 31, 2018

Sea Research Foundation, Inc. d/b/a Mystic Aquarium Financial Information.***

operating expense 2018 Unconsolidated Total: $18,275,106

Administration $2,971,265 $1,619,626$1,619,626 Human Resources $481,617 $2,971,265$2,971,265 Facilities $3,084,905 Exhibits $311,674 Technology $503,027 $970,077 Development $2,495,278$990,442 Marketing $1,659,363 $481,617$481,617 Zoological Operations$3,434,895 Visitor Services $2,248,215 Education $2,495,278 Research and Veterinary$1,619,626 $19,800,307 $3,084,905 $3,084,905 $2,248,215$2,248,215

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$311,674 $311,674 $503,027$503,027

$990,442$990,442 $3,434,895$3,434,895

$1,659,363 $1,659,363

Administraton Human Resources Facilites Exhibits AdministrationTechnology Development TechnologyMarketng Zoological Visitor Services Operatons Visitor Services Educaton Research and Veterinary Human Resources Development Education Facilities Marketing Research and Veterinary Exhibits Zoological Operations

*** Complete audited financial statements are available upon request from Sea Research Foundation, Inc. d/b/a Mystic Aquarium THANKS TO OUR lead CORPORATE SPONSORS