World Oceans Day at the St. Lucie County Aquarium

Join us at the Smithsonian Marine Ecosystems Exhibit on Friday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to celebrate World Oceans Day! Located at the St. Lucie County Aquarium next to South Causeway Beach on South Hutchinson Island, this event is a celebration of all things OCEAN! Enjoy engaging hands-on activities and exhibits both indoors and outdoors!

Outdoor Activities:
• Discover what fishes live in the Lagoon during our seining demonstrations.
• Partake in a beach cleanup and scavenger hunt.
• Learn about ocean conservation research with Smithsonian scientists.
• “Drive” an underwater ROV.
• Test your ocean knowledge with games at the beach-combing discovery station.
• Enjoy shell painting, crafts, and an outdoor touch tank.

Indoor Highlights:
• Fish feeding tours at 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.
• Behind-the-scenes Aquarium tours at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
• Interactive games, microscope displays, baby seahorse and jelly tanks.
• Touch Tank, Children’s Discovery Room, and over 8,000 gallons of marine life!

Event Details:
• When: June 6, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
• Where: St. Lucie County Aquarium, 420 Seaway Drive, Fort Pierce.
• Admission: $5 for adults, $4 for seniors (55+) and children, free for kids under 4. All activities included.
• More info: contact the Smithsonian Education Office at 772-465-3271 or U01TRWR1Y2F0aW9uIHwgc2kgISBlZHU=.

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