Basic Organization Information
Audubon Nature Institute, Inc.
- Physical Address:
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New Orleans, LA
70178 4327
- EIN:
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51-0157624
- Web URL:
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www.auduboninstitute.org
- NTEE Category:
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D Animal related
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D50 Zoo, Zoological Society
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D Animal related
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D30 Wildlife Preservation/Protection
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B Educational Institutions
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B99 Education N.E.C.
- Year Founded:
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1919
- Ruling Year:
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1995
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Mission Statement
Audubon Nature Institute operates a family of museums, parks and research facilities on behalf of the City of New Orleans, Louisiana, dedicated to celebrating the wonders of nature. Through innovative live animal exhibits, education programs, and scientific discovery, Audubon makes a meaningful contribution to preserving wildlife for the future. Audubon Nature Institute flagships include Audubon Park, Audubon Zoo, Audubon Aquarium of the Americas, Entergy IMAX Theatre, Audubon Louisiana Nature Center, Audubon Center for Research of Endangered Species, Freeport-McMoRan Audubon Species Survival Center, Woldenberg Riverfront Park, and Audubon Wilderness Park. Audubon opened its 10th facility in Summer 2008 - Audubon Insectarium.
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Impact Summary from the Nonprofit
<div>Audubon opened the first major attraction in New Orleans following Hurricane Katrina – Audubon Insectarium. This is the largest freestanding museum in America dedicated to exhibiting arthropods and educating the public about their importance to our planet. <br /></div>
<div>Scientists at Audubon Center for Research of Endangered Species modified a domestic cat’s DNA to include a green fluorescent protein, making “Mr. Green Genes” glow under ultraviolet light. This offers an incredible opportunity for scientists to comprehend genetic variations on a cellular level, providing hope for the future of endangered species and the advances sure to follow at the Research Center.</div>
<p><strong>Our </strong>dedication to providing environmental education earned Audubon Aquarium of the Americas the designation of <strong>Coastal</strong><strong> Ecosystem Learning Center</strong><strong>.</strong> With this award from <strong>Coastal America</strong>, the Aquarium joins a partnership uniting federal agencies with aquariums and marine education centers to increase public involvement in protecting our coastal and oceanic ecosystems. </p>
<p>Audubon Zoo is preparing for the opening of a visiting exhibit - Audubon’s Dinosaur Adventure - bringing to life fascinating creatures by engaging visitors in an exploration of animal and plant life of pre-history. With the extinction of such a large class of animals, the exhibit will highlight the importance of today’s conservation efforts.</p>
<p>This exhibit offers an opportunity to highlight the conservation work at Audubon Center for Research of Endangered Species which utilizes science to stem endangered animals' loss. Combining assisted reproductive techniques such as cryopreservation and artificial insemination, Audubon scientists have produced the world’s first (and second) endangered Mississippi sandhill crane chick from frozen/thawed semen through artificial insemination.</p>
Leadership
Mr. L. Ronald Forman
Term:
Since
Apr
1973
Profile:
Ron Forman is a graduate of Louisiana State University. He began at Audubon Park/Audubon Zoological Garden in 1973. Mr. Forman's professional affiliations include the International Union of Directors of Zoological Gardens, American Association of Museums Board of Directors and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Mr. Forman's past AZA appointments include serving as President, Conservation Endowment Fund Chair, Grants Committee Chair, Nominating Committee Chair, and a member of the AZA Management School Board of Regents as well as an instructor. Local service includes: president of the New Orleans Regional Chamber of Commerce (led the creation of an economic development initiative -Greater New Orleans, Inc.); Immediate Past Chair of the New Orleans Metropolitan Convention and Visitors Bureau; and Chair of the Louisiana Stadium and Exposition District.
Leadership Statement:
Ron Forman is a graduate of Louisiana State University. He began at Audubon Park/Audubon Zoological Garden in 1973. Mr. Forman's professional affiliations include the International Union of Directors of Zoological Gardens, American Association of Museums Board of Directors and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Mr. Forman's past AZA appointments include serving as President, Conservation Endowment Fund Chair, Grants Committee Chair, Nominating Committee Chair, and a member of the AZA Management School Board of Regents as well as an instructor. Local service includes: president of the New Orleans Regional Chamber of Commerce (led the creation of an economic development initiative -Greater New Orleans, Inc.); Immediate Past Chair of the New Orleans Metropolitan Convention and Visitors Bureau; and Chair of the Louisiana Stadium and Exposition District.
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Program:
Audubon Nature Institute Program
- Budget:
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$22,035,487
- Category:
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Animal-Related
- Population Served:
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General Public/Unspecified
Program Description:
<p>Audubon Aquarium of the Americas coordinates the Louisiana Marine Mammal and Sea Turtle Rescue Program on behalf of the state. This provides both rescue and rehabilitation services for stranded, endangered marine animals as well as data collection as part of the national stranding network.</p>
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<p>Audubon Center for Research of Endangered Species and Freeport-McMoRan Audubon Species Survival Center coordinate Audubon's Mississippi Sandhill Crane and Whooping Crane Recovery Programs. These programs provide assisted reproductive techniques to strengthen the endangered crane populations through use of artificial insemination including cryopreservation of semen. While increasing population numbers, the programs also help to enhance genetic diversity within the captive and released flocks of these endangered birds.</p>
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<p>The Audubon Nature Institute also has various educational programs and scholarships.</p>
Program Long-Term Success:
Through this program, Audubon has doubled the numbers of the only wild flock of endangered Mississippi sandhill cranes. While still early in the program, Audubon has helped to produce more than 10 endangered whooping cranes for participation in the Operation Migration program.
Program Short-Term Success:
Program Success Monitored by:
<div>US Fish and Wildlife Service</div>
<div>Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries</div>
<div>Whooping Crane Recovery Team</div>
<div>North American Crane Working Group</div>
<div>Whooping Crane Eastern Partnership</div>
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