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Please see below for our recent press releases. Digital images and b-roll video are available on request; please contact our public relations team.
Credit: Robbin Riggs
June 5, 2019
Public Invited to Join Pacific Visions Team for a Panel Discussion Exploring the New Wing’s Creation and Environmental Themes
Join the Aquarium of the Pacific President and CEO Dr. Jerry Schubel in the new state-of-the-art Honda Pacific Visions Theater as he moderates a panel discussion among leading environmental experts and the team behind the development and realization of the Aquarium’s first major expansion project, Pacific Visions.
May 2, 2019
Aquarium Releases Report on Climate-Resilient Corals
The report summarizes the proceedings of a workshop with coral experts from around the world held at the Aquarium in 2018.
May 2, 2019
Celebrate the Cultures of the Pacific Islands During Aquarium’s 16th Annual Pacific Islander Festival
The festival will include traditional craft demonstrations, educational programs, and an ocean of entertainment, including music and dance performances.
May 2, 2019
Aquarium Hosts Its Annual Earth Day Celebration
Visitors will have the chance to visit booths from various Earth-friendly organizations and to participate in hands-on learning demonstrations for people of all ages.
May 2, 2019
Aquarium Pays Tribute to Charlie the Sea Otter
The Aquarium of the Pacific is mourning the loss of Charlie the southern sea otter, who passed away on Monday, April 22.
April 23, 2019
Los Angeles Zoo and Aquarium of the Pacific Announce Family-Friendly Events to Support the Environment
For the past 20 years, members of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) have celebrated our planet with annual Party for the Planet® events. This year, with support from the Disney Conservation Fund, members will be helping their communities “spring into action” with opportunities for families to volunteer to improve our planet.
March 7, 2019
Explore and Celebrate Southern California’s Coast at Aquarium’s Urban Ocean Festival, March 30-31
The Aquarium of the Pacific will host its tenth annual Urban Ocean Festival on Saturday and Sunday, March 30-31, 2019.
March 5, 2019
Celebrate Kids at the Aquarium’s 14th Annual International Children’s Festival
The International Children’s Festival features dance and music performed by children, interactive programs for all ages and educational programs.
March 4, 2019
Aquarium Offers Free Admission to SCUBA Divers During its 18th Annual Divers Day Festival
Guests can enjoy special dive-related presentations and demonstrations, and FREE Aquarium admission will be granted to certified divers on March 9, 2019.
March 2, 2019
Southern Sea Otter Celebrates his 22nd Birthday at the Aquarium of the Pacific
Aquarium of the Pacific’s Charlie the southern sea otter turned 22—continuing his record as the oldest southern sea otter in an aquarium or zoo.