We are a small, public aquarium that displays approximately 140 species of marine animals found in Northeast and Middle Atlantic waters. Admission is free, but donations are gladly accepted.
Welcome to the Woods Hole Science Aquarium!
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Woods Hole Science Aquarium
166 Water Street Woods Hole, MA 02543 Call (508) 495-2001 for information Get Directions |
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We are open 11 AM to 4 PM, Tuesday through Saturday, year-round.
Closed all federal holidays. More info |
Wheelchair access to the aquarium's back-up area and touch tank is available via a ramp at the rear of the aquarium. If you need handicap access please notify the front desk staff.
Our aquarium display and back-up areas are not large enough to accommodate strollers. All strollers must be left outside.
Woods Hole Science Aquarium Loses Second Harbor Seal
Bumper, the 10-year-old male harbor seal at the Woods Hole Science Aquarium, died of respiratory and heart failure on July 13. Learn more »
Animals of the Northeast and Middle Atlantic waters
Exhibit cases with bones, skulls, and teeth
Information about marine animals, marine environments, endangered species, marine science, and resource management issues
Touch tanks where you may find lobsters, tautogs, quahogs, horseshoe crabs, spider crabs, sea stars (starfish), and hermit crabs
