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Aquarium Education Programs

Children, Family and Adult Programs

We have something fun and educational for all ages!

From infants in strollers to adults, we are sure to have something to tempt the marine enthusiast in you!

Your Aquarium Field Trip

Thank you for your interest in bringing a field trip to the Aquarium.

We look forward to introducing you and your students to over 12,000 animals that call the Pacific Ocean their home.

Special Programming Features

Parent and Me: Octopus

2-6 years old with an adult

November 16, 2019 10:00 AM—11:30 AM

Parent and Me: Octopus

Parent and Me classes allow adults and children to learn together through play, movement, and exploration.
Shade structure and people in Shark Lagoon

Ideas for planning your day

Tips For a Great Field Trip

Use these resources to help create a meaningful field trip and to learn more about how to lead your students.

Help Fund Aquarium Field Trips for Students

Get Involved

Help Fund Aquarium Field Trips for Students

Contributions to the Field Trip Face Campaign August 20 to 28 will be matched by a $5,000 grant from the Whitney Young Children’s Foundation, $5,000 from the Schulzman-Neri Foundation, and a $1,000 matching grant from the Mike and Diane Jensen Family.

Public Programs Calendar
Job Shadow Class: Marine Biologist

Upcoming Public Programs

November 17, 2019 9:00 AM—12:00 PM

Job Shadow Class: Marine Biologist

Feeding and caring for fish and sharks is a fun and rewarding career!

Aquarist is not a zodiac sign. It is a very important position that our scaly and spineless friends rely on! Find out what it takes to be one in this three-hour class!