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May 7, 2026
Aquarium Teen Climate Council Celebrated Earth Day Through Conservation and More
Aquarium’s Teen Climate Fest (Apr 25–26) celebrated Earth Day with activities such as teen-authored book readings, honoring Councilmember Kristina Duggan with the Corinne Monroe Earth Day award, and sharing the news of the update to the Marine Species Report Card
May 1, 2026
Aquarium of the Pacific Announces Winners of Its Sixth Annual High Tide Student Film Festival
The Aquarium of the Pacific is announcing the winners of its sixth annual High Tide Student Film Festival. The festival, presented by Dr. Allen and Charlotte Ginsburg, encourages Southern California high school and college students to explore science and conservation through creative visual storytelling.
March 27, 2026
Charter Aquarium Volunteer Becky Katzen Awarded the Ivolou R. Coston Volunteer Service Award
Aquarium announces the recipient of its 2026 Ivolou R. Corston Award. Charter volunteer Becky Katzen received the award for her mentorship and positive impact across the Aquarium of the Pacific.
February 26, 2026
Black in Marine Science Organization Honored as the Aquarium’s 24th Annual African American Festival’s Heritage Award Recipient
The Aquarium honored Black in Marine Science for advancing marine science and community support during its African American Festival award ceremony.
November 12, 2025
2025 Photographers Night Photo Contest Winners
The Aquarium’s 16th annual Photographers Night was held in October, and guests were invited to enjoy an evening of learning, free equipment rentals, and demonstrations.
October 27, 2025
Connecting Community and Conservation Together Through Partnership
Mujeres de la Tierra presents its Unity & Partnership Award to the Aquarium of the Pacific
October 20, 2025
Aquarium of the Pacific Honored by Long Beach Unified School District for Its Partnership
The Aquarium was presented with the Wayfinder Recognition at LBUSD’s Partners & Pathways Celebration for the non-profit’s role in supporting student workforce readiness
June 12, 2025
Aquarium announces Mike Seckington as the recipient of the inaugural Ivolou R. Corston Volunteer Service Award
Aquarium’s new volunteer award celebrates the memory of Ivolou R. Corston and her impact as an Aquarium volunteer
November 15, 2024
2024 Photographers Night Photo Contest Winners
The Aquarium’s 15th annual Photographers Night was held in October, and guests were invited to enjoy an evening of learning, free equipment rentals, and demonstrations.
May 4, 2024
Aquarium of the Pacific Announces Recipients of Its New CELP Scholar Program
Aquarium awards $150,000 to Southern California students to support their persistence in marine science-related fields
November 22, 2023
2023 Photographers Night Photo Contest Winners
The Aquarium’s 14th annual Photographers Night was held in October, and guests were invited to enjoy an evening of learning, free equipment rentals, and demonstrations.
September 12, 2023
Aquarium Accolades Fall 2023
Three impressive individuals were recognized at Aquarium events for their community service and leadership.
September 12, 2023
High Tide Film Festival 2023
The third annual High Tide Film Festival was a night to celebrate the winners of film contest sponsored by Dr. Allen and Charlotte Ginsburg at the Aquarium of the Pacific.
February 25, 2023
African American Scholar Program 2023 Recipients
For the third year in a row, a cohort of exceptional African American students are awarded scholarship funds and join a growing community of scholars engaging in various Aquarium efforts.
December 14, 2022
2022 Photographers Night Photo Contest Winners
The Aquarium’s 13th annual Photographers Night was held in October, and guests were invited to enjoy an evening of workshops, free equipment rentals, and demonstrations.