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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
November 29, 2018
Ring In the Holiday Season at the Aquarium During the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
Kick off the season with penguins, sea otters, Santa Diver, mascots, and snowfall during the tree lighting ceremony featuring a preview of Aquarium Holidays.
November 15, 2018
Grey Reef Sharks to Officially Debut at the Aquarium
This is the first time the Aquarium is home to this large shark species.
November 10, 2018
Aquarium Hosts NOAA Day on November 10
The public can find out how NOAA keeps people informed of the changing environment around them and how they can get involved.
November 2, 2018
20th Anniversary Art Contest Exhibit on View at the Aquarium December 15
In celebration of its 20th anniversary, the Aquarium held an art contest presented by JetBlue throughout the summer of 2018.
November 2, 2018
Even the Aquarium’s Animals Celebrate the Jolly Holidays by Receiving Holiday Treats December 8 and 9
Santa dons a special SCUBA suit as he dives with sharks. Witness snow fall at the Aquarium, and watch as penguins and sea otters savor flavorful surprises.
November 1, 2018
Celebrate the Holidays December 1-23 at the Aquarium This Winter Season
Visit Santa, see him SCUBA dive, see the Penguin Parade, enjoy a snow play area, and a variety of festivities during the holiday season at the Aquarium.
November 1, 2018
17th Annual Autumn Festival Brings Beauty of the Fall Season to the Aquarium
Celebrate the arts and cultures of China, Japan, Korea, and the Philippines on November 17-18, 2018.
November 1, 2018
Aquarium of the Pacific and 21 Other Top Aquariums Up the Ante in National Push to Cut Plastic Pollution
With 5 million straws a year eliminated and almost 500 businesses on board as partners, #FirstStep campaign presses for new public, policy commitments through Earth Day 2019.
October 17, 2018
Aquarium Installs Final Glass on its New Architectural Centerpiece—Pacific Visions
The Aquarium of the Pacific celebrated a major construction milestone and ceremonially installed the final panel of exterior glass on its Pacific Visions wing.
October 12, 2018
New Series on Sustainable Ocean Farming in the U.S. Features Chefs, Farmers, and Scientists
Aquarium of the Pacific, USC Sea Grant, and partners celebrate National Seafood Month with launch of a new video series and interactive app to educate the public about U.S. ocean farming and how to cook seafood at home.