‘Sort of a miracle’: Marineland survives bankruptcy and developer threat, reopens as a thriving nonprofit

‘Sort of a miracle’: Marineland survives bankruptcy and developer threat, reopens as a thriving nonprofit

Marineland Dolphin Adventure, the world’s first oceanarium, narrowly avoided closure and redevelopment after its parent company filed for bankruptcy, thanks to strong community support and the purchase by a nonprofit group led by local conservationists and former staff. Now operating independently, Marineland continues to focus on conservation, education, and research, while maintaining its popular dolphin programs and celebrating renewed commun…