Honor Hometown Heroes in West Palm Beach

Cox Science Center and Aquarium in West Palm Beach will set the scene for family-friendly festivities during Hometown Heroes Appreciation Day June 21

Celebrate Hometown Hero Appreciation Day on June 21. Photo courtesy of Cox Science Center and Aquarium
Celebrate Hometown Hero Appreciation Day on June 21. Photo courtesy of Cox Science Center and Aquarium

The Cox Science Center and Aquarium (CSCA) will honor hometown heroes with a day of family-friendly festivities. On June 21, community members are invited to join in celebrating Hometown Heroes Appreciation Day. Veterans, active-duty military, first responders, Gold Star Families, and up to four of their guests, will receive free admission and early access beginning at 9 a.m.

Heroes, their families, and the public can enjoy special activities such as military vehicle demonstrations, meet-and-greets with local first responders, live science demonstrations, military ceremonies, and tug-of-war with the troops. Lunch will also be available for heroes and their families. To redeem tickets, register at coxsciencecenter.org/heroes and bring a military or employee ID to the event.

Currently, CSCA features more than 80 educational exhibits, a 10,000-gallon aquarium, a digital planetarium, and an outdoor science trail. The Cox Amphitheater hosts daily live science shows, seasonal laser shows and special events.

General admission is $22-$26, and is free for children younger than 3 and CSCA members. For more information, visit //coxsciencecenter.org/capital-campaign.

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