January 9, 2026 – News, Education,

Sign up for Afterschool Programs today!

Spring is just around the corner, and we’ve compiled a wonderful collection of afterschool programming for your young ones. From science exploration to crafting and creation, there is something for everyone to get engaged in.   Science Buddies |2nd Grade Mondays…

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January 8, 2026 – News, Events, Aquarium,

Introducing the Newest Addition to Our Aquarium!

We’re so excited to welcome a brand-new giant Pacific octopus to our aquarium! We can’t wait to introduce you to her on January 31st, during our free open aquarium hours. Fun fact: when this octopus first arrived here in late…

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December 11, 2025 – News, Events, Education,

Come Snorkel with Us!

Join us for four sessions of cold water snorkeling in the new year! No prior snorkeling experience is required! Sessions will take place Thursday mornings from 8am-9:30am on January 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th. All snorkel equipment…

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December 3, 2025 – Education

Communications Intern 2025

This summer, the education department hosted a newly expanded internship in communications. Darby Osborne, the 2025 Communication Intern, had a summer packed with experiences ranging from snorkeling and…

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December 2, 2025 – News,

Growing Funds and Octopus

Something is growing at the Sitka Sound Science Center! This Giving Tuesday, you can become a part of our story.   Fans of the aquarium will remember its previous eight-armed inhabitants. Even first-time visitors love to ask whether…

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October 29, 2025 – Research,

Dr. Lauren Bell represents at Marine Laboratories Meetings

Sitka Sound Science Center’s Research Director, Dr. Lauren Bell, joined colleagues earlier this month in Moss Landing, CA for the National Association of Marine Laboratories (NAML) biannual meeting and the Western Association of Marine Laboratories (WAML) annual meeting. Lauren…

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October 15, 2025 – Events, Education,

Busy In-Service Activities for Middle Schoolers

Looking to keep your middle schooler busy during the upcoming in-service days? Try these fun and free events below!   In-Service Day: Haunted Aquarium Prep | 6-8 Grade | Friday, Oct 17th, 2:00-4:00 pm Help us prepare for Haunted Aquarium!…

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