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A Bittersweet Goodbye: WOW Releases Rehabilitated Sea Turtles to the Ocean

April 7, 2021

Twelve endangered loggerhead sea turtles were successfully released back to their native habitat in the Atlantic Ocean on Tuesday morning following a life-saving stay at Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife…

How Wonders of Wildlife Became a Turtle Rehab Facility – Almost Overnight

March 9, 2021

“You could say, ‘what are 12 turtles?’ But 12 turtles are important. These could be animals that could go back into the population, become nesting females and have years and…

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Wonders of Wildlife Once Again Named #1 Aquarium in North America

July 17, 2020

Conservationist’s gift to fellow anglers continues to inspire Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium has been voted America’s Best Aquarium through a national public poll conducted by…

Wonders of Wildlife COVID-19 Safety Updates

Reopening Health and Safety Modifications

May 20, 2020

A Message Regarding Operational Updates For the most updated details regard our Safety & Health Updates in response to COVID-19, please see the COVID-19 Response page › The entire Wonders…

Press Releases

American Museum of Fly Fishing to Join Johnny Morris' Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium

March 25, 2019

50 years after its founding, American Museum of Fly Fishing to join Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium in Springfield, Missouri. Longtime steward of fly-fishing history...

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Wonders of Wildlife Celebrates the Ozarks with specially-discounted “Just for Neighbors” Days Through March 31

February 25, 2019

Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium is inviting Ozarks area residents to escape the winter blues with half-off admission tickets during “Just for Neighbors” Days now through March 31. As a way of...

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Luke Bryan, Chris Janson Announced as NHF Day 2019 Honorary Co-chairmen

January 24, 2019

Officials announced today that country music superstars Luke Bryan and Chris Janson will serve as honorary co-chairs for the 48th annual celebration of National Hunting and Fishing Day (NHF Day)...

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Injured Veterans Ease Their Pain Diving at WOW Aquarium

November 9, 2018

When they're underwater, unconstricted by the forces of gravity, both men find relief from their pain. On Thursday, they got their chance, scuba diving among sharks, rays and colorful ocean fish at the...

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U.S. Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke signs National Hunting and Fishing Month proclamation at Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium

October 4, 2018

U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke today addressed prominent conservationists gathered at Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium and signed a proclamation naming...

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“America’s Best Aquarium” Celebrates First Anniversary Confirms an Astonishing 1.6 Million Visitors in First Full Year of Operation

September 20, 2018

Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium celebrates first year by announcing attendance milestone, significant expansion plans and new additions


Year of the Bird exhibit opens at Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium

August 21, 2018

Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium is excited to partner with the National Audubon Society and Ducks Unlimited in celebrating the 100th anniversary of the...

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Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium receives significant donation from Bank of America

July 17, 2018

The Bank of America Charitable Foundation has awarded Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium a $250,000 grant as part of its broader initiative to aid environmental programs in Missouri.


It’s official, America’s Best Aquarium is in Springfield, Missouri!

May 8, 2018

Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium has been voted America’s Best Aquarium through a national public poll conducted by USA TODAY ranking the top 20 prominent...

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Flamingoes become newest addition to Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium

March 16, 2018

On the heels of welcoming a colony of gentoo penguins in December, Wonders of Wildlife National Aquarium and Museum today unveiled its newest addition, six lesser flamingoes, located inside the Swamp...

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Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium voted “America’s Number One Best New Attraction”

January 5, 2018

Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium, the largest, most immersive fish and wildlife attraction in the world, has been voted as America’s Best New Attraction.


Wonders of Wildlife asking fans to cast their vote for USA Today's “Best New Attraction”

December 8, 2017

Fans of Wonders of Wildlife can vote for the world-class museum and aquarium as USA Today's “Best New Attraction” for 2017. Everyone is invited to cast their vote once per day by visiting...

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Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium envisioned as world’s grandest tribute to conservation movement

September 19, 2017

Noted conservationist and Bass Pro Shops founder Johnny Morris will be joined by former Presidents and hundreds of North America’s conservation leaders to unveil the all-new Wonders of Wildlife...

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Memberships, timed entry tickets now on sale for Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium

September 6, 2017

Annual memberships and admission tickets are now on sale for Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium – the largest and most important natural history museum to open in America in more...

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Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium to Celebrate Grand Opening on September 21, 2017

March 29, 2017

Johnny Morris, founder/CEO of Bass Pro Shops and leading conservationist, in partnership with noted conservation partners from around the world, today announced the all new Wonders of Wildlife...

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Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium to be permanent home for Bass Fishing Hall of Fame

July 25, 2017

Relocating from Birmingham, Alabama, the Bass Fishing Hall of Fame joins an unprecedented collection of national conservation partners with a presence inside a remarkable new destination showcasing...

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