Thank you to all who joined us February 19–21, 2026, for the 1st annual State of the Sound, a three-day gathering where people who live and work in the Sitka area came together to share what we they’re seeing, learning,…
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…
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…
Our 2025 Annual Newsletter is now available! Flip through and read about all the news that percolated at the Science Center over the past year. From investigating mysteries in the aquarium, training future leaders in the hatchery,…
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…
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…
A haunting is growing in our Mill building, but don’t frighten yourself just yet; this happens every year. Join us Thursday, October 23rd, from 6 to 8 pm for fun, spooky activities and our entangled-themed haunted house. There will be…
Dear Sitka Community, The Science Center extends its sympathies to the people whose homes were impacted by the slope failure at Cascade Creek Road last night. We are relieved that there was no loss of life. As we enter the…
Our events for this year’s Sitka WhaleFest are lining up fast and full of excitement. Tickets are now available online, so you can start planning out your Sitka WhaleFest itinerary today. This year we are thrilled to be offering Kayaking…
From Symmetries in the aquarium to Storytelling, our after-school educator Maia Carter has created wonderfully interactive activities. All classes are offered free of charge, transportation from school to the Science Center, and snacks are included. There is still time to…
