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Founded in 1977 and located on Pier 59 in the heart of Seattle, Washington, the Seattle Aquarium serves as the largest platform for ocean conservation and engagement in the Pacific Northwest. With a mission of Inspiring Conservation of Our Marine Environment, it leads educational, conservation and regional research initiatives for a healthier planet.

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Seattle Aquarium Board announces departure of President & CEO Peggy Sloan

Chief Operating Officer Meg McCann to assume acting role Tim Kuniholm, t.kuniholm@seattleaquarium.org 206.386.4345 Emily Malone, e.malone@seattleaquarium.org 206.947.7089 January 7, 2026—Seattle[...]

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SEAson’s greetings: Diving Santa returns to the Aquarium

WHEN: Friday, November 28 at 11:30am. Members of the media are encouraged to arrive at 11:15am for the 11:30am dive.[...]

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Seattle Aquarium welcomes first southern sea otter Ruby!

The Seattle Aquarium is thrilled to welcome our newest sea otter Ruby! Ruby joins us from Monterey Bay Aquarium and[...]

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Seattle’s newest California transplant: A spotlight-stealing sea otter

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The Spectator

A hot new bombshell has entered the Seattle Aquarium

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KING 5

Santa Claus pays underwater visit to Seattle Aquarium

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Living history: The Muckleshoot Tribe, canoes and the Salish Sea

There’s something new to discover on the Ocean Pavilion’s public rooftop—that is, in addition to the native plantings and sandblasted[...]

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Quiz: Which Aquarium otter is your alter ego?

Each day, Aquarium visitors connect with Mishka and Sekiu, the sea otters in our care. But have you ever wondered[...]
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Getting to know Ruby, the new southern sea otter in our care

Have you heard the news? The northern sea otters in our care, Mishka and Sekiu, have a new habitat-mate! Ten-year-old[...]

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