Georgia Aquarium Announces New Specialty License Plate

Launching online contest for guests and public to choose plate design

Atlanta, GA (June 4, 2009) –

WHAT: Georgia Aquarium announces a special interest license plate featuring dolphins approved by the Georgia Department of Revenue for immediate sale. The plate is offered in anticipation of opening the new dolphin expansion at the Aquarium in November, 2010.  Proceeds from the new plate will support the Aquarium’s efforts in conservation and animal research.

Beginning June 4, Georgia Aquarium will host a contest for guests and web site visitors to choose from one of four possible designs in the running for the new plate. Voters can visit www.georgiaaquarium.org to vote for their favorite.  Three winners will be drawn, at random, from all contest entries collected.

The grand prize winner will receive a two night stay at Hammock Beach Resort, a flight for two provided by AirTran Airways, and a trip to Marineland located in St. Augustine, Florida. The Marineland visit will include a day of dolphin programs and encounters. In addition, winners will participate in a guided behind-the-scenes tour of the facility by a dolphin trainer.

The second place winner will receive four tickets to swim or dive at the Georgia Aquarium through the Journey with Gentle Giants program. A third prize winner will receive four annual passes to the Georgia Aquarium along with four tickets for a behind-the-scenes tour.

The contest will wrap June 22 and the final plate design will be announced shortly afterwards during the Aquarium’s 10 millionth guest celebration.

WHEN: Contest begins Thursday, June 4, 2009

WHERE:  Plates are available for purchase at http://www.georgiaaquarium.org/ or by phone at 404-581-4000 beginning June 4 for a $25 manufacturing fee.

HOW:  Participants may place their votes by filling out an official contest ballot located throughout the Aquarium or by visiting online at www.georgiaaquarium.org/supportus/aquariumtag.aspx.