After some unforeseen setbacks, we are about to commence the renovation of the Mill Building. But, we still need YOU! We are about $13,000 away from our Go Fund Me capital campaign. If you would like to contribute to the…
The Sitka Sound Science Center hosts a program called “Behind the Scenes”, where features of the marine environment and the workings of the Science Center are explored in short evening sessions. This program is free to life-long learners and those adults…
The Ahlgren Aquarium is under new winter hours. Open times are Wednesdays from 10:00am to 12:00pm, and Saturdays from 10:00am to 3:00pm. On Tuesdays we have started offering “Lunch at the Aquarium” at 11:45am, where attendees can watch a tank…
Through funding from the National Endowment of the Arts, Tlingit Master Carver Tommy Joseph is carving a 360 degree ecosystem sculpture, depicting life on the Sitka Sound. This sculpture will be installed at the Science Center, across from the sea…
This winter, we will be trying out some new programs in the aquarium, including a once-a-month Octopus Encounter. Stay tuned for more details and dates of events.
The Sitka Sound Science Center is dedicated to increasing understanding and awareness of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems of Alaska through education and research. We could not accomplish this without the facility support of the Sitka Sawmill Building. The Mill Building is fundamental…
SSSC would like to welcome Alana Peterson to our Board. Alana was born and raised in Sitka Alaska, and is Tlingit, a Raven of the Luknahadi (Coho) clan. Professionally Alana has earned a Bachelor’s of Science and Masters Degree, both in…
