Join SSSC, the University of Alaska Southeast, and the National Park Service for the Natural History Seminar on “Finding and Firing: Prospecting for Ceramic Art”. Local artist Matt Fiske will talk about the way he blends pottery making, science, and…
Join SSSC for the first Eco-Detectives of the spring, The Case of the Shrimp Snatcher. Follow the clues to help us figure out why our shrimp keep disappearing. This free program is designed for school aged kids, but all are…
After a bit of a delay, work began to fill in the old boat ramp behind the Sage Building. This ramp is a relic from the Sheldon Jackson days, but is no longer in use and, in fact, presents a…
SSSC is currently recruiting for one seasonal, full-time (35 hours/week) Summer Interpreter Lead. For more information, and how to apply, please click here. Job posting closes on February 15, 2019. Please note: We will be recruiting for part-time summer…
SSSC is proud to announce our new Octopus Encounter. Participants will learn all about octopuses. from their life history to intelligence. We will talk about the unique challenges with keeping an octopus in an aquarium, and what types of enrichment…
The countdown to summer camp registration has begun! On Monday, February 4th we will open camp registration online on our website and in-person at the Science Center. Stay tuned for more information about this years camps and the reveal of…
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…
