The Aquarium is committed to providing opportunities for children to fall in love with exploring nature using their imagination and creativity, and to nurturing their caring attitude toward the environment. Our Nature Play area is specific to the Oregon coastal forest, helping to develop and reinforce a sense of place. It is intended to spark children’s sense of wonder as they discover the natural world around them, and to help connect families to nature, both at the Aquarium and after their visit.
Our Nature Play Area was made possible thanks to generous donors—thank you for your support.
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.
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