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Ripley’s Aquarium receives award from Senator Jim DeMint

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (August 19, 2009) – On Wednesday, August 19th , 2009 United States Senator Jim DeMint (SC) visited Ripley’s Aquarium in Myrtle Beach, SC to award the “South Carolina on the Move Award” to the Aquarium.

This award is given by Senator DeMint to South Carolinians and businesses that are moving South Carolina forward through their innovative techniques and entrepreneurial spirit.

In accepting the award Peter MacIntyre, Aquarium General Manager thanked Senator DeMint for his, “Recognition of Ripley’s commitment to excellence and to South Carolina.”
Ripley’s Aquarium

Ripley’s Aquarium is a world class aquarium with over 6,000 animals displayed in 1.3 million gallons of salt and fresh water. Since its opening in 1997 with annual visitation exceeding one million, Ripley’s Aquarium is South Carolina’s most visited attraction. One of five Ripley attractions located in Myrtle Beach, the Ripley’s Aquarium (www.ripleysaquariums.com) is one of the Ripley Entertainment family of 72 worldwide facilities.
Media Contacts:

Jessica Mula
Ripley’s Aquarium
(800) 734-8888
jessmula@ripleysaquarium.com

Tim O’Brien, VP Communications
Ripley Entertainment Inc.
(615) 646-7465 – office
(615) 496-5949 – cell
Obrien@ripleys.com

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