Join Us for a Cruise Before Summer Ends

Take in the sights of Long Island Sound aboard our new research vessel - R/V Sound Explorer - to learn about nature, wildlife and conservation.

Marine Life Encounter Cruises | Daily, Wednesday - Sunday

Learn all about the Sound's wildlife alongside Aquarium educators, while pulling in a net tow that brings up fish, crabs, mollusks and more. 

Sunset Cruises | Saturdays

Enjoy a unique perspective on the beauty of the Norwalk islands and surrounding wildlife.

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Experience Our Special Summer Exhibit - Open Through Labor Day!

Stop by our special summer exhibit - Meet Lorikeets - to observe the birds in our tented aviary or feed them from small cups of nectar. The lorikeets have free range inside the tent, so you may even find a bird perched on your head or shoulder!

The Meet Lorikeets exhibit - open through Labor Day - is included in the price of admission; cups of nectar are an additional $5.

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Know a Teen Interested in Conservation?

Students 14 to 18 years old are invited to apply for our unique ECHO Teen Volunteer Program where teens help share conservation information with Aquarium guests while also participating in related work in the field with Aquarium staff.

The application deadline is Tuesday, September 2.

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Plan a Group Sleepover This Fall

Imagine falling asleep as jellies float next to you and sharks prowl just on the other side of the glass! That’s just some of what you’ll experience during a group sleepover at The Maritime Aquarium. 

Your group will meet a variety of animals at our Intertidal Touch Tank, visit our Shark and Ray Touch Pool, and go behind the scenes of our giant shark exhibit! Before settling into your sleeping bags for the night, enjoy some arts and crafts, followed by experiencing a film in our 4D theater. In the morning, watch a private seal feeding demonstration and participate in an exciting scavenger hunt. 

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In the News

We are thrilled to share that our President and CEO, Jason Patlis, was recently on WSHU Public Radio's ‘After All Things’ podcast. 

Listen to learn more about the importance of our 10-year strategic plan, An Aquarium Without Walls.

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