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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.
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July 15, 2020
Aquarium Announces New CEO Dr. Peter Kareiva
The Aquarium of the Pacific has announced the appointment of Dr. Peter Kareiva as its new president and CEO beginning on August 1, 2020. Current President and CEO Dr. Jerry R. Schubel will retire from the Aquarium on July 31, 2020.
July 8, 2020
Join the Aquarium for Shark and Ray Awareness Day with Virtual Programming or Visit Outdoor Shark and Ray Exhibits
See sharks and rays live online and hear from experts at the Aquarium of the Pacific during Shark and Ray Awareness Day on Tuesday, July 14.
July 1, 2020
Visit 12,000 Animals and Explore the New Coral Reefs Exhibition at the Aquarium During Sunday Discounted Late Nights
Those who visit the Aquarium during Discounted Late Nights this summer will enter for just $19.95 per person between 5:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. with required advance reservations and safety protocols in place.
July 1, 2020
Learn about Rainforests, Food Production in the Mekong River, and Unusual Sea Creatures Through the Aquarium’s Lectures in July
The Guest Speaker Series is part of the Aquarium of the Pacific’s Online Academy, which offers free live and on-demand educational resources for both kids and adults.
July 1, 2020
Explore the Beauty of the World’s Coral Reefs in a New Exhibition at the Aquarium This Summer
Programming and exhibits will include a newly reimagined Tropical Pacific Gallery, new animals such as a green sea turtle and glowing corals, and more.
June 15, 2020
Aquarium to Reopen to Members on Friday, June 12, and to the Public on Sunday, June 14
The Aquarium is limiting the number of visitors, requiring advance timed reservations for everyone, and managing traffic flow to ensure appropriate social distancing, among many other safety protocols.
June 3, 2020
Join the Aquarium of the Pacific for World Ocean Day
Celebrate the ocean with the Aquarium of the Pacific with special online programming and a call to share your ocean-inspired art on June 8, 2020.
June 3, 2020
Learn About Coral Reefs and Edible Insects Through the Aquarium’s Lectures in June
Douglas Fenner, Randi Rotjan, and Julie Lesnik to join the Aquarium’s Guest Speaker Series with live-streamed lectures on June 4, 10, and 17.
May 6, 2020
Aquarium Hosts its First Virtual Urban Ocean Festival
Celebrate Southern California’s coast from home by embarking on a virtual tour of the harbor and local ports, watching an art mural in the making, checking out a sustainable seafood cooking demo, and participating in online animal meet and greets.
April 22, 2020
Join the Aquarium of the Pacific for its First Virtual Earth Day Event
This year marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, and the Aquarium of the Pacific is inviting kids and adults at home to join in for its first virtual Earth Day event.