Alabama is home to a variety of attractions, including museums. One of the state’s top museums is the McWane Science Center. To learn all about the McWane Science Center in Alabama, including one of its most popular exhibits, take a look below.

The McWane Science Center opened for business in 1998 and is located in downtown Birmingham, Alabama. Each year, it welcomes numerous visitors from all across the state and beyond.
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This award-winning, hands-on museum features a great selection of exhibits for all ages. You can seriously spend all day at this museum because of everything it offers.
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One of the museum's most popular exhibits is the Shark & Ray Touch Tank, which includes 7,000 gallons of salt water and is located on the lower level.
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While standing around this tank, visitors are able to touch sharks and stingrays as they swim about.
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Bamboo Sharks and Epaulet Sharks are a couple of the sharks you'll likely see and touch during your visit. Keep in mind, these sharks are small. Because of this, there's no need to be frightened.
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A couple of the stingrays you'll likely see and touch include Cownose Rays and Southern Rays. You don't have to worry about these hurting you either.
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The next time you're in Birmingham and looking for something fun to do with the family, consider a visit to the McWane Science Center. There's something for everyone, and you'll definitely enjoy the Shark & Ray Touch Tank.
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For more information about the McWane Science Center, including hours and ticket prices, you can view the McWane Science Center website or the McWane Science Center Facebook page.

Have you ever been to the McWane Science Center in Birmingham, Alabama? If so, did you visit the Shark & Ray Touch Tank? If you did, feel free to share your experience with us in the comments below.

While in Birmingham, a great place to get a bite to eat is Niki’s West Steak & Seafood Restaurant. For information about this restaurant, be sure to take a look at the following article: One Of The Oldest Family-Owned Restaurants In Alabama Is Also Among The Most Delicious Places You’ll Ever Eat.

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