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Chicago's Shedd Aquarium to install 35-foot-long aquarium tunnel to make patrons feel like they're under water

By FOX 32 News
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Chicago's Shedd Aquarium embarks on $500 million transformation

Plans are underway to celebrate 100 years of the Shedd Aquarium. The aquarium's Centennial Commitment includes a $500 million renovation, scheduled to be finished by 2030.

CHICAGO - Chicago's Shedd Aquarium released a major announcement ahead of its 100th birthday.

The Aquarium is calling it a centennial commitment — a $500-million transformation to be finished by 2030.

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It includes some major renovations, and a renewed effort for research and community outreach. 

Part of the blueprint includes a 35-foot-long aquarium tunnel meant to make you feel like you're under the sea.

Chicago's Shedd Aquarium announces major renovations

The Shedd Aquarium made a major announcement ahead of its 100th birthday.