Coming to the Ocean Institute

Become a Member!

Experience the wonder of the Ocean Institute all year long and build a connection to the ocean that will last a lifetime. Membership provides the satisfaction of knowing that you are supporting ocean conservation, marine life protection, and maritime history programs. All seven membership levels include numerous benefits such as free daily admission, access to member-only events, and discounts on special events.

Our Most Popular Membership Option: Sea Star- $150

Includes: Two named adults and their children can enjoy the added bonuses of complimentary cruise passes, early registration and discounts for Ocean Institute summer camps, and complimentary admission tickets to special events such as Distinguished Speaker Series.

Distinguished Speaker Series

April 1 & May 1

The Ocean Institute’s Distinguished Speaker Series, presented by the Nicholas Endowment, brings interesting innovations, real-world research, exotic experiences, and delightful discoveries to the surface through powerful presentations from an ocean of experts. Speakers present on a variety of topics ranging from ocean researchers, ocean authors, ocean artists, and ocean athletes. Distinguished Speakers occur every first Wednesday of each month.

April: Joyce Hoffman, the first female surfer to make it into the Surfing Hall of Fame

May: Adrienne Smith, on the LAT35 Women’s Rowing Team

Girls in Ocean Science Conferences

April 22 & 23

Connecting Influential Female Scientists with the Next Generation of Ocean Ambassadors. Join like-minded peers who are passionate about the ocean. Conduct research with leading scientists in our labs and at sea aboard the R/V Sea Explorer. Gain an understanding of the education and career pathways in ocean science. Empower yourself to advance your passion for the ocean into a career. Girls in Ocean Science is proudly sponsored by the Steinmetz Foundation.

April 22: Middle School

April 23: High School