Puffin License Plate Reaches Production
The Oregon Coast Aquarium (OCAq) Puffin License Plate has reached the production stage, meaning Oregonians are that much closer to having a new puffin license plate in-hand.
OCAq Offers Discounted Admission for Qualifying Visitors
Oregon residents enrolled in specific benefits programs can now purchase up to four half-price tickets per visit to the Oregon Coast Aquarium.
OCAq Unveils Connected Coasts and Sea Jelly Galleries
The Oregon Coast Aquarium (OCAq) opens its renovated Connected Coasts gallery and new Sea Jelly gallery to the public on Oct. 31.
Bilingual Youth Support Aquarium Efforts
In partnership with Lincoln County School District, the Oregon Coast Aquarium hosts a Bilingual Youth Program, recruiting 9th-12th grade ESL students from Taft and Newport High Schools.
Oregon Coast Aquarium Receives Donation from Wildlife Warriors
The Oregon Coast Aquarium (OCAq) is honored to receive a generous donation from Wildlife Warriors, a non-profit charity founded by Steve and Terri Irwin. The donation’s impact is doubled thanks to a recently-awarded matching grant from the Marcia H. Randall Foundation. Through December 31, 2024, the Foundation will match all gifts and pledges, up to […]
New “Puffin Plate” Supports Wildlife Rehabilitation Efforts
The Oregon Coast Aquarium (OCAq) has opened voucher sales for its “puffin plate” – a new license plate that’s bound to fit the bill for Oregonians – featuring one of the state’s iconic seabirds. The new plate’s design was created by Artist Cam Mullins, OCAq’s Graphic Design and Marketing Coordinator. It stars a tufted puffin […]
OCAq Welcomes Striped Skunk Brothers
Striped skunk brothers Jackson and Palmer are the newest members of the Aquarium’s ambassador animal program!
OCAq Unveils Rocky Coast Gallery
The Oregon Coast Aquarium’s Rocky Coast gallery opens to the public on May 25, 2024. New tanks, more animals, and major updates!
Sandy Coast Gallery Opens!
The Oregon Coast Aquarium unveiled its freshly remodeled Sandy Coast gallery, featuring new tanks, more animals, and major updates.
Sleep in the Deep Returns to OCAq
Oregon Coast Aquarium (OCAq) is excited to announce the relaunching of its highly popular “Sleep in the Deep” program, once again giving guests the opportunity to “sleep with the fishes.”
