Spring,Summer, & Fall: When most people think of visiting an aquarium the Boston Aquarium usually comes to mind but, did you know we have one in our own state. That’s right the Maine State Aquarium located in beautiful West Boothbay offers visitors a unique perspective of some of Maine’s native sea species. The centerpiece of this aquarium is an 850 gallon tanks that is home to “dogfish” which are sharks and skates. Surrounding this huge tank are many interactive displays as well as a 20 ft long touch tank which is home to colorful sea anemone, star fish, sea cucumbers and more. The kids will be completely amazed when they are able to touch and pick up these unique sea creatures. Another interesting display is the huge collection of lobsters that range in a multitude of colors and sizes. There is a blue lobster, calico printed lobster and even a 23lb. lobster named Fritz. The aquarium is right on the banks of the ocean and the aquarium offers a view of life under the sea with a robotic underwater video camera. Visitors can watch underwater lobster traps and the creatures that hide under the granite rocks. This aquarium is a great place to visit and considering it is close to one of the prettiest coastal towns in the state you will still be able to find plenty to do in town when you are done with the aquarium. The southern half of the state has a brand new aquarium opening in the Spring of 2008 on Route 1 in Saco. Be sure to keep your eyes out for this new state of the art facility.