About

About

About

Our Mission

Science Education and Research

Dedicated to increasing awareness and understanding of aquatic, marine and terrestrial ecosystems of coastal Alaska through education and research.

Vision

The Science Center envisions a region where community members, scientific innovations, and Indigenous knowledge and values work together to enable our marine ecosystems, people, and economy to thrive for generations to come.

 

Values

  • Integrity | We model scientific integrity through evidence-based research and accessible educational programming
  • Curiosity | We believe that a playful curiosity of the world inspires innovation and growth
  • Respect | We honor and respect the history of this place and look towards its future to inform our present decisions
  • Community | We build relationships across our community in support of a shared appreciation for discovery and overall community wellbeing

 

We are on Lingít Aaní – Lingít land. The Lingít people have been Indigenous to these lands and waters for over 10,000 years. Gunalchéesh to the Lingít people for their stewardship of Lingít Aaní since time immemorial and today.