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Explore the Aquarium

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The region’s premier resource for hands-on marine experiences and conservation education, the Seattle Aquarium offers fun, exciting ways to discover more about the amazing Puget Sound and our world’s one big ocean. Join us in our mission: Inspiring Conservation of Our Marine Environment.

Animals

Learn about some of the amazing species you can get to know during a visit to the Seattle Aquarium.

Programs

Explore educational opportunities at the Aquarium! Whether you’re a community member looking for ways to learn more about the marine environment or an educator seeking experiences for your students, we have a variety of engaging options for you.

Aquarium stories

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GiveBIG to conservation in action.

This year, we’ve set a GiveBIG goal of $70,000, and thanks to the generous support of Al & Pat Friedrich, Clint & Barb Bennett, Marshall & Janice Brumer, Michael Klein & Catherine Melfi, and an anonymous donor, every gift will be matched up to $30,000, doubling your impact.

Join us for After Hours: New Beginnings on Thursday, April 16, to celebrate spring and all the wonderful changes that come with it.

Today only, your gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $25,000 thanks to the generosity of donors Betsy Cadwallader, J & Tim, and Jess & Andy Peet. Help us reach our $50,000 goal!

End the year with a gift to the ocean.