Boston, October 2, 2008 —Seals at the New England Aquarium will have a new home next summer as construction has begun on a new marine mammal exhibit on the harbor-side of the Aquarium in downtown Boston. The innovative, new space will be called the New Balance Foundation Marine Mammal Center in honor of a lead gift of over $3 million from the Boston-based foundation which has a strong focus on children. The grand opening is scheduled for next summer so as to coincide with and celebrate the Aquarium’s 40th anniversary.