The Cox Science Center & Aquarium is hosting Hometown Hero Appreciation Day on Saturday, June 15. The event will be open to the public from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Veterans, active-duty military, first responders, Gold Star families, and up to four of their guests can receive free admission an hour before the public arrives.
Science Center President & CEO Kate Arrizza, a former Navy officer, emphasizes the importance of recognizing the sacrifices made by military and first responders. The event aims to provide heroes with the recognition and fun that they deserve.
Activities for heroes, their families, and the public include military vehicle demonstrations, meet and greets with local armed forces representatives, live science demonstrations, military ceremonies, tug-of-war competitions with the troops, and snacks. To attend, heroes must register online at www.coxsciencecenter.org/heroes and bring a military or employee ID.
General admission prices for adults are $24, $20 for children ages 3-12, $22 for seniors ages 60 & older, and free for children under 3 years old and members. For more information on summer programming, visit www.coxsciencecenter.org.