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Gregarious Octopus Floods Aquarium
Posted: July 7, 2009
On February 26, 2009, our curious two-spotted octopus playedwith its tank valve, releasing hundreds of gallons of seawater flooding the Santa Monica Pier Aquarium generating world-wide media and public attention. |
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“Whale of a Weekend” at the Santa Monica Pier Aquarium, Feb 14-15
Posted: February 9, 2009
Join us as we celebrate the annual migration of the Pacific gray whale, which completes one of the longest migrations of any species, traveling 10,000 to 14,000 miles round trip between the arctic seas and the warm lagoons of Baja California, Mexico. Whale-related activities will be ongoing both days from 12:30pm to 5:00pm. Event Details |
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A Green Facelift for the Santa Monica Pier Aquarium
Posted: February 4, 2009
September 2008 was “sustainability month” in Santa Monica, and the Santa Monica Pier Aquarium celebrated by becoming a certified green business. |
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New Pollution Exhibit Debuts at the Santa Monica Pier Aquarium
Posted: October 1, 2008
Visitors to the Santa Monica Pier Aquarium can gain a better understanding of the connection between urban living and the ocean environment through the new Pollution Corner exhibit, which opened to the public on October 1, 2008. |
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Aquarium “Locals” Have Their Say Online
Posted: November 4, 2007
The Aquarium's “Meet the Locals” website now features "voices" for the six animals featured in the unique marketing campaign. Listen in! |
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Monofilament Fishing Line Recycling Bins Installed on the Santa Monica Pier
Posted: August 3, 2007
Three new monofilament recycling bins on the Santa Monica Pier aim to reduce discarded fishing line lurking in the Bay. |
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Aquarium Celebrates Reopening on November 18th
Posted: Nov 2, 2006
Construction closed the Aquarium for two months to replace leaky roof. Official reopening will be marked by a special day of activities and the launch of the new “Meet the Locals” advertising campaign. |
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Aquarium Receives $150,000 Grant for Education Programs
Posted: Aug 31, 2006
Prestigious grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services will supplement, enhance and enrich the Aquarium’s field trip education programs in support of lifelong learning. |
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Aquarium Educator Takes Part In Coral Reef Research
Posted: July 6, 2006
Educator Nick Fash will participate in the Earthwatch Institute's coral reef research expedition in Belize for two weeks in August. |
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Exploring the Bay with the Aquarium’s New R.O.V.
Posted: June 21, 2006
The Aquarium’s new R.O.V. (remotely operated vehicle) provides safe, fun and eye-opening underwater views of the Santa Monica Bay for educational events and programs. |
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Aquarium's Dive Program Puts Safety First
Posted: February 7, 2006
Weekly dives to collect food and animals for aquarium exhibits follow established procedures to ensure safety of diving staff. |
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New Microscope Lab Opens at the Aquarium
Posted: December 6, 2005
A $100,000 grant from the S. Mark Taper Foundation has enabled the Santa Monica Pier Aquarium to open an interactive and educational microscope lab. |
