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Calling all Homeschool Students! Join us for a fun and educational day of learning at the Aquarium during one of our Homeschool Programs. The Oregon Coast Aquarium is a living classroom for all learners and offers a unique opportunity to discover the wildlife and ecosystems of the Oregon coast.
See below for details regarding our next two Homeschool Day date and events below.
Join us Thursday, March 5th for a fun and educational day of learning at the Aquarium! We will be hosting several Educational Programs (registration required) for homeschool students throughout the day as well as a variety of open-access activities (no pre-registration required).
| Time | Program | Location |
|---|---|---|
|
10:00 – 5:00 |
Welcome Table |
Lobby |
|
10:30 – 11:30 |
The Quest for Water Quality* |
Classroom |
|
10:30 – 11:30 |
Career Talk and BTS Tour* |
Lobby |
|
10:30 |
Otter Feed |
Otter Habitat |
|
10:45 |
Storytime |
Rocky Coast |
|
11:00 |
Pinniped Feeding |
Pinniped Habitat |
|
11:30 |
Pelican Presentation |
Pelican Stage |
|
12:00 – 1:00 |
Get A Grip* |
Classroom |
|
12:00 – 1:00 |
Sharks: Senses and Survival* |
Gleason |
|
12:00 |
Ambassador Animal Presentation |
Outdoor Amphitheater |
|
1:00 |
Otter Feed |
Otter Habitat |
|
1:15 – 2:15 |
Get A Grip* |
Classroom |
|
1:30 – 2:15 |
My Ocean Habitat* |
Gleason |
|
1:30 |
Ambassador Animal Presentation |
Outdoor Amphitheater |
|
2:00 |
Aviary Feeding |
Seabird Aviary |
|
2:30 |
Pinniped Feeding |
Pinniped Habitat |
|
3:00 |
Otter Feeding |
Otter Habitat |
*registration required
Spaces are limited.
Learn more about our available programs!
Grades PreK – 2, Ages 3 – 8
What makes a habitat a home? What do fish, birds, and mammals need to survive and thrive in Oregon’s coastal and marine habitats? Join us as we explore what makes a habitat a home for the different animals who live there, and how the Aquarium creates healthy habitats for the animals who call it home.
(Check-In Location: Passages of the Deep: Gleason Event Room)
Registration required. Admission tickets must be purchased separately.
Grades 1 – 2nd, Ages 6 – 8
How do tidepool animals thrive in Oregon’s wild waves? Discover how through a hands-on investigation of these creatures and their amazing features which help them survive. Compare and contrast these features with familiar objects to learn how nature inspires human inventions!
(Check-In Location: Classroom)
Registration required. Admission tickets must be purchased separately.
Grades 3 – 5th, Ages 8 – 10
Dive in with us as we examine the features that help sharks thrive throughout our world’s oceans. Students will better understand shark senses by exploring their own and investigate traits that we do not share with these fascinating survivors.
(Check-In Location: Passages of the Deep: Gleason Event Room)
Registration required. Admission tickets must be purchased separately.
Grades 6 – 8th, Ages 11 – 13
Come investigate the health of our water by collecting, measuring, and analyzing data from several water sources at the Aquarium. Discover how water quality impacts Oregon coast wildlife, and then take a peak behind the scenes to learn more about the Aquarium ensures healthy water for the animals in its care.
(Check-In Location: Classroom)
Registration required. Admission tickets must be purchased separately.
Grades 8 – 12, Ages 12 – 18
This tour takes students behind-the-scenes to discover all about the science of animal care, training and water quality. How does the Aquarium care for a swarm of stinging jellies, and dozens of toothy sharks? Travel behind-the-scenes with us to explore the science behind caring for over 15,000 animals every day and discover what career possibilities await you.
(Check-In Location: Lobby by Moon Jellies)
Registration required. Admission tickets must be purchased separately.
No problem!
Don’t want to register for a program? Drop by a keeper talk, animal cart, challenge yourself to become a Jr. Aquarist, or many other non-registration activities throughout the day.
Check out our full schedule of registration and non-registration events above, or check out our Plan Your Visit page for animal feed times and more!
Parents/Guardians are welcome to stay and observe most of the programs (please indicate your intention to stay on your application), but due to limited space may not be able to join the Behind the Scenes Tour. Younger siblings of students in grades 3 and up are invited to explore the Aquarium with their parent/guardian during their siblings’ program.
Not able to join us this March? Our next Homeschool day is November 5, 2026–check back closer to the event date for updates and to register!
Have you heard about our
Homeschool Discount?
Take advantage of our school group discount rate and use the field trip booking form for your next visit!
Since opening in 1992, the Oregon Coast Aquarium has been a premier attraction on Oregon’s central coast and an enduring advocate for the health of our ocean. For over three decades this 501(c)3 non-profit organization has supported marine wildlife and fostered environmental stewardship through its education programs, community partnerships, and rehabilitation efforts. Accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums, the Oregon Coast Aquarium is consistently ranked as one of the top 10 aquariums in the U.S., providing visitors with opportunities to connect with 15,000 animals spanning 300 different species. The Oregon Coast Aquarium is located at 2820 S.E. Ferry Slip Rd., Newport, OR. Learn more about the Oregon Coast Aquarium and its vital work at aquarium.org, 541-867-3474. Follow us on Facebook or Twitter for the latest updates.
