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Founded in 1977 and located on Pier 59 in the heart of Seattle, Washington, the Seattle Aquarium serves as the largest platform for ocean conservation and engagement in the Pacific Northwest. With a mission of Inspiring Conservation of Our Marine Environment, it leads educational, conservation and regional research initiatives for a healthier planet.
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Filming & Photography
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PR Team
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Press Releases
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Seattle Aquarium Welcomes Lisa Hartman as New VP of Animal Care
SEATTLE, Wash. – The Seattle Aquarium welcomes Lisa Hartman as its new Vice President of Animal Care. “Lisa’s experience in[...]
![Jim Wharton, Bob Davidson, and Erin Meyer smiling while holding the Seattle Aquarium's AZA accreditation certificate.](https://www.seattleaquarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/AZA-Press-1.jpg)
Seattle Aquarium Receives Recognition from Association of Zoos and Aquariums
Seattle Aquarium’s Vice President of Conservation and Learning, Jim Wharton, Ph.D., CEO and President Bob Davidson, and Chief Conservation Officer[...]
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Celebrate the Final Weekend of Animal Crossing: New Horizons at the Seattle Aquarium
SEATTLE, Wash – The Seattle Aquarium’s partnership with Nintendo of America is coming to a close. But there’s still plenty[...]
In the News
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Blooloop
Building a sustainable future: the work of the Aquarium Conservation Partnership
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The Seattle Times
Seattle Aquarium’s hands-on tide pool experience is a touch of luxury
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KIRO 7
Discover Northwest: An inside look at the Animal Care Center
Seattle Aquarium Stories
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The ripple effect: Former youth volunteers make conservation a career, part 2
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Let tropical corals inspire you
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