IN-PERSON FIELD TRIPS
National Aquarium education programs provide students from the Baltimore area and beyond with opportunities to encounter, understand and connect with the natural world, building the STEAM-powered skills they need to become future superstars! From pre-K through high school, at every grade level, our education programs inspire respect for the natural world and prepare students to act as informed, empowered stewards of our mission to inspire conservation of the world's aquatic treasures.
supports classroom learning in:
Environmental Studies, Marine Studies
topics covered:
Biodiversity, Biology, Climate Change, Conservation, Ecosystems Education, Environmental Studies, Fish, Habitats, Marine Life, Reefs, Research, Sustainability, Water, Water Quality
contact info
Phone: 410-576-3833
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
National Aquarium
The National Aquarium in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor has been bringing a world of aquatic wonder to life for students and guests of all ages for more than 40 years, while focusing on conservation of the world’s Aquatic treasures and empowering the next generation of hopeful, engaged ocean conservationists and STEAM-savvy lifetime learners.
contact info
Hrs: Vary
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Aquarium Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
• Did you know a sea cucumber can shoot its intestines at predators, and then regrow them, in order to avoid being eaten?
• An electric eel can produce 500 watts of electricity (that’s enough to light up 10 light bulbs) to frighten away predators.
• Dolphins sleep with one half of the brain and one eye open to watch for danger.
• No matter how many pieces you cut a sea sponge into each piece will continue living and growing.
• Ocean life can do amazing things to survive. As you visit an aquarium with your students, note the different ways animals defend themselves. Just like a squid, people wouldn’t bother you either if you squirted black ink in their face!
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FIELD TRIPS
Scout troops of 15 or more guests are eligible for special group admission rates and perks, including free group leader admission, convenient group dining packages and group experiences. Group admission rates are available with advance registration only and are subject to ticket availability. A $75 deposit is due three weeks in advance.
supports scout badges in:
Marine Biology, Environmental Studies
topics covered:
Biodiversity, Biology, Climate Change, Conservation, Ecosystems Education, Environmental Studies, Fish, Habitats, Marine Life, Reefs, Research, Sustainability, Water, Water Quality
contact info
Phone: 410-576-3833
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
National Aquarium
The National Aquarium in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor has been bringing a world of aquatic wonder to life for students and guests of all ages for more than 40 years, while focusing on conservation of the world’s Aquatic treasures and empowering the next generation of hopeful, engaged ocean conservationists and STEAM-savvy lifetime learners.
contact info
Hrs: Vary
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Aquarium Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
• Did you know a sea cucumber can shoot its intestines at predators, and then regrow them, in order to avoid being eaten?
• An electric eel can produce 500 watts of electricity (that’s enough to light up 10 light bulbs) to frighten away predators.
• Dolphins sleep with one half of the brain and one eye open to watch for danger.
• No matter how many pieces you cut a sea sponge into each piece will continue living and growing.
• Ocean life can do amazing things to survive. As you visit an aquarium with your students, note the different ways animals defend themselves. Just like a squid, people wouldn’t bother you either if you squirted black ink in their face!
View Lesson Plan>>
FIELD TRIPS
National Aquarium field trips are your campers' passport to a world of aquatic wonder! Spending a day with us provides an up-close look at the animals, habitats and careers that make science exciting, while bringing conservation education and STEAM concepts to life.
topics covered:
Biodiversity, Biology, Climate Change, Conservation, Ecosystems Education, Environmental Studies, Fish, Habitats, Marine Life, Reefs, Research, Sustainability, Water, Water Quality
contact info
Phone: 410-576-3833
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
National Aquarium
The National Aquarium in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor has been bringing a world of aquatic wonder to life for students and guests of all ages for more than 40 years, while focusing on conservation of the world’s Aquatic treasures and empowering the next generation of hopeful, engaged ocean conservationists and STEAM-savvy lifetime learners.
contact info
Hrs: Vary
FIELD TRIPS
The National Aquarium welcomes homeschool families and groups to visit, explore and get hands-on with our world of aquatic treasures, or make use of our new online programming! Specially themed experiences and thoughtful programs for students of all ages make the Aquarium's homeschool programs the perfect complement to any science curriculum.
To initiate a National Aquarium education program reservation request, please contact our reservation specialists at [email protected] or 410-576-3833.
supports classroom learning in:
Marine Biology, Environmental Studies
topics covered:
Biodiversity, Biology, Climate Change, Conservation, Ecosystems Education, Environmental Studies, Fish, Habitats, Marine Life, Reefs, Research, Sustainability, Water, Water Quality
contact info
Phone: 410-576-3833
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
National Aquarium
The National Aquarium in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor has been bringing a world of aquatic wonder to life for students and guests of all ages for more than 40 years, while focusing on conservation of the world’s Aquatic treasures and empowering the next generation of hopeful, engaged ocean conservationists and STEAM-savvy lifetime learners.
contact info
Hrs: Vary
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Aquarium Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
• Did you know a sea cucumber can shoot its intestines at predators, and then regrow them, in order to avoid being eaten?
• An electric eel can produce 500 watts of electricity (that’s enough to light up 10 light bulbs) to frighten away predators.
• Dolphins sleep with one half of the brain and one eye open to watch for danger.
• No matter how many pieces you cut a sea sponge into each piece will continue living and growing.
• Ocean life can do amazing things to survive. As you visit an aquarium with your students, note the different ways animals defend themselves. Just like a squid, people wouldn’t bother you either if you squirted black ink in their face!
View Lesson Plan>>
FAMILY SUNRISE TOUR
Get a peek at life in the Aquarium before it opens on this family-friendly tour! Younger guests and their families will feed breakfast to Aquarium animals, experience our interactive touchpools without the crowds and more. Please book your tour online and be sure to arrive at least 15 minutes before the start of your tour.
Questions? Please call Central Reservations at 410-659-4269 (available from 9 am to 4:30 pm, seven days a week).
topics covered:
Biodiversity, Biology, Climate Change, Conservation, Ecosystems Education, Environmental Studies, Fish, Habitats, Marine Life, Reefs, Research, Sustainability, Water, Water Quality
contact info
Phone: 410-659-4269
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
National Aquarium
The National Aquarium in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor has been bringing a world of aquatic wonder to life for students and guests of all ages for more than 40 years, while focusing on conservation of the world’s Aquatic treasures and empowering the next generation of hopeful, engaged ocean conservationists and STEAM-savvy lifetime learners.
contact info
Hrs: Vary