World Oceans Day: Free Admission at the Sea Center
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S.B. Museum of Natural History Sea Center
**Events may have been canceled or postponed. Please contact the venue to confirm the event.
Date & Time
Sat, Jun 08 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Address (map)
211 Stearns Wharf
Venue (website)
S.B. Museum of Natural History Sea Center
Dive into World Oceans Day 2024! To celebrate, the Sea Center on Stearns Wharf will be free of charge all day, made possible with the generous support of the UCSB Associated Students Coastal Fund and the Stearns Wharf Merchants Association.
Join us for a day filled with oceanic wonder and stewardship, as we come together to discover how we can cherish our precious oceans. From 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, meet an array of community partners dedicated to ocean conservation and celebration, including Santa Barbara Channelkeeper, California State Parks, UCSB’s Caselle Lab, The Fish Reef Project, Channel Islands Naturalist Corps, Channel Islands Marine and Wildlife Institute, Santa Barbara Channel Whale Heritage Area, Channel Islands Restoration, and Celebration Cruises. From 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, experience the Sea Center’s interactive exhibits for free.
Scheduled Event Highlights
– 11:00 AM Storytime for little ones, featuring tales of ocean adventures and conservation and a special apperance by Toothy the Shark
– 1:00 PM Announcement of winners of our art contest showcasing the creative talents of students from across the county, depicting visions of a healthy ocean. Each grade category champion will receive a sea-themed prize.
– 2:00 PM Storytime for little ones, featuring tales of ocean adventures and conservation and a special apperance by Toothy the Shark
– 3:00 PM Harbor Patrol Fireboat Display
Don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty and importance of our oceans. Whether you’re a marine enthusiast, nature lover, or simply curious about the wonders of the sea, there’s something for everyone at World Oceans Day 2024. Mark your calendars and join us for a day of education, inspiration, and oceanic delight. No tickets or RSVP required.
For more information and updates, contact School and Community Programs Specialist Kennedy Rivera at krivera@sbnature2.org, 805-962-2526 ext. 108 and Naturalist and Volunteer Program Manager Tessa Cafritz at tcafritz@sbnature2.org, 805-962-2526 ext. 110.