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16 Amazing Free Virtual Aquarium Tours

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My family loves to go on field trips, but sometimes it isn’t always practical. I’m finding that it is harder to make field trips work with our schedule as my kids get older. Thankfully there are quite a few virtual aquarium tour ideas available online.

A Virtual field trip offers a few benefits:

• No sitting in traffic or searching for a parking lot
• You are not limited to only going at certain times
• There are no lunches, snacks, and water bottles to pack
• Go on a virtual visit to multiple aquariums in one day – regardless of location
• Quick and easy
• Watch the live streams from the comfort of your own home
• You don’t need to worry about trying to see around larger groups
• Great for any age group

I searched aquarium websites all over the United States so that I could compile a list of all of the free virtual aquarium tours. Technically, these ideas are live cams. Many of the aquariums offer their own versions of virtual field trips, but those options are not free.

I recommend watching the free webcams and saving your field trip dollars for a day when you can go in person and get the full field trip experience. If you want to take advantage of one of the paid virtual aquarium programs, try to get a small group to join you so you can share the cost (and the fun).

These virtual aquarium tour suggestions are all hosted on official aquarium websites, not the YouTube site. YouTube isn’t always the best place for young children and I wanted this list to be full of safe online places. Hopefully, keeping the webcams on the official aquarium sites will prevent kids from clicking away to something not intended for little eyes.

There are a few ways to use these virtual aquarium tour ideas for almost any grade level:

• Watch animals as part of a school lesson
• Take breaks during the day to check out the amazing animals
• Check out their favorite animals as a reward for finishing schoolwork

Virtual Aquarium Tour Ideas

Some virtual aquariums charge an access fee or restrict viewing to members only. This list is only for free virtual tours.

Updated: 2/22

1. Georgia Aquarium

• Underwater Puffin
• Beluga Whales
• African Penguin
• Southern Sea Otter
• California Sea Lions
• Indo-Pacific Barrier Reef
• Ocean Voyager

The Georgia Aquarium has fantastic educational resources. The education team has put together videos to teach kids about the animals in the aquarium. There are also fun activities such as a word search, maze, and bingo.

2. Tennessee Aquarium

• Sharks Exhibit (includes a green sea turtle)
• North American River Otter
• Macaroni Penguin
• Island life

3. Maui Ocean Center

• Underwater Camera

Related: Tips for a Great Maui Ocean Center Field Trip

4. Shedd Aquarium

Shedd Aquarium has an online program called Stay Home. You can watch the entire series, or choose a specific animal to learn about.

5. National Aquarium

• Blacktip Reef Shark
• Pacific Coral Reefs

6. Oregon Coast Aquarium

The Oregon Coast Aquarium offers lesson plans for grades 3 – 8 under the teacher resources tab.

7. Seattle Aquarium

• Harbor Seal

Related: Seattle Area Field Trips

8. Aquarium of the Pacific

• Penguin Habitat
• Underwater Penguin Habitat
• Shark Lagoon
• Sea Nettles
• Tropical Reef
• Honda Blue Cavern
• Coral Predators

Make the most of your Aquarium of the Pacific virtual aquarium tour with the free resource kits . These kits contain multiple lesson plan ideas about things like ocean habitats, animal adaptations, and conservation of the world.

9. California Academy of Sciences

• Reef Lagoon
• Philippine Coral Reef
• Farallon Island Live Cam

10. Birch Aquarium

• Kelp Forest

The Birch Aquarium offers a printable food webs activity.

11. Mystic Aquarium

12. the dallas world aquarium, 13. clearwater marine aquarium.

• Sea Turtle Rescue

14. Ripley’s Aquarium

• Rainbow Reef with Tropical Fish

15. Odysea Aquarium

The OdySea Aquarium offers free lesson plans for preschool – high school. These would be a great addition to a marine biology curriculum!

16. Monterey Bay Aquarium

• Kelp Forests
• Monterey Bay

Bonus: Virtual Zoology: The Animal Kingdom Branch of Biology

A teacher reached out to me to let me know about this awesome resource that his students found. Thanks for sharing it with me Harry, Kelly, and the rest of the student volunteers!

The virtual zoology site has links to a ton of animal webcams. There are both marine animals you would find in an aquarium and animals that you might find in a zoo. Of course, there is some overlap between these categories.

• Farrallon Islands live webcam
• Humboldt Penguins
• Siamang Monkey
• Mountain Lions
• Puppies (My family fosters puppies, so this is definitely one of my favorites!)

Need ideas on how to incorporate these awesome virtual aquarium tours into homeschool lessons? Here are a few ideas:

• Geography – Check out different animals and aquatic life that live in a part of the world you are studying.
• Language arts – See real examples of aquatic animals found in books. For example, if there is a jellyfish in a story, hop online and view some of the real jellyfish at Ripley’s Aquarium.
• Science – Take a virtual aquarium tour while studying biology or marine biology
• Documentaries – After watching a documentary about an animal, see if you can watch the animal online.

Online tours can be a great way to have a unique educational experience. You can see so many animals that you would never be able to see otherwise!

Do you know of any other virtual aquarium tour opportunities or an amazing live webcam? Leave the suggestions in the comments so everyone can check them out!

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• Oct 17, 2023

The Complete Guide to Chicago's Shedd Aquarium

Everything you need to know about the iconic Chicago Museum Campus attraction.

There are few places in Chicago more magical than the Shedd. A beautiful building right on the shores of Lake Michigan, full to the brim with amazing sea creatures! Here’s everything you need to know about this glorious place.

Shedd Aquarium Upper Galleries

The main floor of the Shedd features a big rotunda surrounded on all sides by beautiful galleries. All these galleries have themes like the Great Lakes or the Amazon River. You’ll see local favorites like lake sturgeon, and exotic critters like piranhas and the Shedd’s resident octopus. This is also where you’ll see amphibious and river-dwelling creatures like turtles, rainforest snakes, and poisonous frogs!

These galleries are probably the least “showy” area of the Shedd, but they’re still well worth your time.

Abbott Oceanarium

This area is just down the main stairs from the upper galleries, and it’s everything aquarium dreams are made of. This is where you’ll find the amphitheater for the Shedd’s animal encounter performances. Walk in a circle around the amphitheater space and you’ll be able to look down into the tanks that house dolphins, beluga whales, and sea otters!

Oceanarium Lower Level

From the Abbott Oceanarium, you can descend another flight of stairs (or take an elevator) down to the lower level. From here, you’ll be able to view those same tanks of dolphins, whales, and otters from under the water level. The views are incredible, and it’s fabulous to watch these gorgeous sea creatures from their level.

This lower level is also where the Shedd’s flock of penguins hang out! And if you’re visiting the Shedd with small kiddos, the Polar Play Zone can entertain those youngbloods for ages.

Wild Reef (read: Sharks!)

The Wild Reef is a separate underground exhibit that you can access via elevators in the main galleries. These are big elevators, so even if the line is long, don’t despair! You’ll move through quickly, and the reward is the Shedd’s biggest coral reef inspired exhibit.

You’ll see exhibits inspired by reefs and tide pools, and the highlight of them all is the huge tank of reef fish and sharks! The shark tank covers the entire wall, giving you an up close and personal look at these beauties in all their glory.

Shedd Aquarium Shows and Experiences

There’s a whole mess of additional experiences that take place at the Shedd, and best of all, most of them are included in your admission price!

In the Abbott Oceanarium, Animal Encounter shows happen multiple times a day. The schedules are always posted right outside the amphitheater. These shows typically feature the resident dolphins, and you’ll get to see them doing all their favorite tricks and maybe learn a thing or two about them!

There are a handful of touch tanks scattered through the aquarium as well. In the lower galleries near the Polar Play Zone, there’s a starfish touch pool. And in the Great Lakes gallery on the main floor, you can touch Lake Surgeon! There’s also a stingray touch pool that’s open seasonally, so if that’s a must-do for you, check the website to make sure it’s open!

For an additional fee, you can watch movies in the Shedd’s 4D theater, with a wide variety of films and showtimes. And if you’re willing to shell out for a one-of-a-kind experience, check out the Shedd’s website for details on their up close and personal animal encounters!

Getting to the Shedd

The best way to get to the Shedd Aquarium is via public transit. You can take the red line train to Roosevelt and walk over to the museum campus from there, or the 146 bus stops right outside the Shedd’s doors! If you do want to drive in, you can park in the lots around the museum campus, but those parking spots don’t come cheap, so I recommend public transit.

At the time of writing, the only entrance to the Shedd that’s actually in use is not, in fact, the main entrance up the grand staircase. Follow the crowds slightly to the right of the main entrance, and you’ll see the line! You won’t be able to get in line until the time printed on your ticket, but this actually helps the line move faster.

On that note, tickets to the Shedd absolutely must be reserved in advance. Try to reach the building 5-10 minutes before the time printed on your ticket, to make sure you don’t waste a minute!

Be sure to check out the Shedd Aquarium on your next visit to Chicago!

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Shark Week events at the Shedd Aquarium: Feeding tour, virtual reality diving and more

Published july 24, 2023 • updated on july 24, 2023 at 8:49 pm.

The Discovery Channel's seven-day "Shark Week" marathon is back for another year, and Chicago's Shedd Aquarium is celebrating in a big way.

While you'll have the chance to learn plenty about sharks if you tune into the seven consecutive days of themed programming, it'll be quite different from the experiences offered at the aquarium. From a virtual reality dive to a multisensory film experience featuring some of the world's most mysterious sharks, there will be no shortage of shark-focused activities.

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If that's enough - a rather unique brunch, where you can come face-to-face with sharks and sting rays, is offered on weekends.

If you're thinking about planning a visit, here's more about each experience, as written on the aquarium's website.

Shark feeding tour and brunch

Guests join the sharks and rays for brunch in this 75-minute front and behind-the-scenes feeding tour. Starting with an in-depth look at Wild Reef, which will transport them 8,000 miles to an exuberant Indo-Pacific reef, guests will enter the animal-care area to witness mealtime with the ocean's most dynamic and misunderstood predators. Participants will also learn how the animal care team prepares diets of restaurant-grade seafood for each species. There may even be opportunities to feed some of the other fish.

• Dates: Saturdays and Sundays beginning at 10 a.m.
• Cost: Adults $94.95, Child (6-11) $84.95, Members $75.95.
• Age: Participants must be 6 years and older, and guests between the ages of 6 and 17 must be accompanied by a paying adult participant.

4-D Experience: BBC Earth's Shark

In this multisensory film experience, guests come face to face with some of the world’s most strange and mysterious shark species. This approximately 15-minute film shares information in an exciting narrative format about these extraordinarily intelligent underwater giants, which each exhibit unique behaviors to navigate their ever-changing environment.

• Dates: 4-D experiences take place every day when the aquarium is open throughout the day.
• Cost: $4.95 per guest, $2.95 per member.

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Virtual reality shark dive

Guests can feel even closer to sharks in a 360-degree, 3-D live-action journey into virtual reality with marine biologists of the Bimini Shark Lab in search of the mythic underwater strip called Tiger Beach. Participants learn about the behaviors of tiger and hammerhead sharks after hopping in a pod, strapping on their goggles and swimming alongside these fascinating animals.

• Dates: Virtual Reality experiences take place every day the aquarium is open throughout the day.
• Cost: $15 per guest, $11 for members.

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15 Fascinating Aquarium Virtual Field Trips

Jellies, otters, and more!

Did you know that you can take aquarium virtual field trips … across the globe … for free? Depending on the site, you may also access supplemental programs and resources designed for students, teachers, and families. Whether you’re trying to supplement your lesson plans, or just give kids something interesting to look at, these aquarium virtual tours have a lot to offer.

Seattle Aquarium

For a complete field trip experience, head over to Seattle Aquarium’s YouTube channel. There, you’ll find a Dive Buddy in full scuba gear guiding the learning experience from underwater. It doesn’t get more immersive than that! And kids can learn all about the animals and food web found in the Puget Sound waters.

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Maritime Aquarium

The Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk, Connecticut has put some of their most popular programs online for kids to enjoy from anywhere! With specific content based on grade level—from Kindergarten through 12th Grade—this is a fantastic resource, especially for distance learning. Unlike some of the virtual aquariums on this list, this one requires advance reservations, so be sure to plan ahead!

Georgia Aquarium

You’ll be absolutely captivated by the Georgia Aquarium which is based in Atlanta. This vibrant virtual aquarium offers a variety of live views including the Indo-Pacific Barrier Reef Webcam, Ocean Voyager Webcam, Jelly Webcam, and more!

Monterey Bay Aquarium

You might not live in California, but you can still enjoy much of what the Monterey Bay Aquarium has to offer. There are many views to enjoy including the Open Sea Cam, Monterey Bay Cam, and even a Shark Cam. And, be sure to check out the virtual aquarium’s narrated feedings (check the website for details)!

National Aquarium

Take a virtual field trip over to the nation’s capital for this adventure! Located in Washington, D.C., you can navigate the National Aquarium online through a View Map and explore scenes such as Alligators, Sea Turtles, Channel Islands, American Samoa, and even the Amazon River!

Shedd Aquarium

The Shedd Aquarium in Chicago goes above and beyond to give kids a behind-the-scenes look at aquatic life. This YouTube channel is filled with fun lessons in biology (don’t miss the beluga sonogram!), environmental facts, and adorable videos. This is a fantastic resource for learning more about animals, their habitats, and our beautiful planet.

South Carolina Aquarium

Looking for some STEM-based activities to enhance learning (and beat boredom)? The award-winning education team at the South Carolina Aquarium offers virtual visits and nature challenges that are fun for the whole family! Become a digital explorer. Discover all of the complex habitats South Carolina has to offer and the fascinating animals that call it home.

Ripley’s Aquariums

Explore Ripley’s Aquariums at home and learn all about the amazing animals of our world waters! Staff educators will guide you through live feedings, educational encounters, storytime, and much more. The site offers downloadable animal activities, crafts, and educational materials for Pre-K, Elementary, and Middle School students.

Aquarium of the Pacific Online Academy

For more of a structured learning experience, head over to the Aquarium of the Pacific. They’ve created an Online Academy that offers educational activities through on-demand videos and scheduled interactive live programs with their educators. Plus, their live online courses for K-12 kids and printable certificates is a great way to engage and reward students.

Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo

Catch a glimpse of the unique (and luxurious) offerings at the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo. Choose from three different views: The Main Tank, Underwater Zoo, and Shark Week Exhibit. It’s not as extensive as some of the other virtual aquariums on this list. But, it’s a great way to see something new for a few minutes!

New England Aquarium

Boston’s New England Aquarium has created a virtual portal for sharing live presentations, new videos, and even activities you can try from home! Interested in checking out the daily presentations? The aquarium posts them on their Facebook page every day at 11 a.m. Eastern Time.

OdySea Aquarium

Located in Scottsdale, Arizona, the OdySea Aquarium has developed several online portals to promote learning. Kids will be fascinated by the Shark Live Cam and sink into the Virtual OdySea Classroom where they can learn more about penguins, jellies, and more!

Texas State Aquarium

They say that everything’s bigger in Texas, which would explain why this aquarium’s virtual tours section is so extensive! You won’t grow bored with all of the views they offer. Find a tunnel view of the Caribbean Sea, up-close look at the coral reef in the Gulf of Mexico, and a cam that lets viewers mingle with flamingos!

Tennessee Aquarium

Don’t live in the Chattanooga area? No problem. You can visit the Tennessee Aquarium anytime with their wonderful live cams! Check in on their gentoo and macaroni penguins, witness courtship, nest building, rearing young, and even molting. Watch river otters scampering up and down a multi-tiered landscape. Lastly, venture into the saltwater exhibit, home to thousands of colorful reef fish, toothy sharks, and a rescued green sea turtle!

Virtual Aquarium

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Perfect for winding down at the end of the day, Virtual Aquarium shares the best freshwater and marine aquariums all in one place! Plus, with relaxing sounds of the ocean, waterfalls, and rainforests, you could leave this on as a screensaver on your television for a calming backdrop throughout your day.

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Virtual Field Trip: Aquarium Live Feeds and Ocean Webcams

Did you know you can get your ocean travel fix with webcams from aquariums, reefs, and zoos around the world? Take a virtual field trip from the comfort of home with these aquarium live feeds of tropical reefs, jellyfish, penguins, sharks, manatees and more. (Spoiler: be sure to scroll all the way through, since I saved the sea otters for last!)

Perfect for homeschooling, travelers in-between trips, shark week fans, kids who love ocean life, or anyone who needs some zen right now. Be sure to bookmark or pin it for later, and share these aquarium live feeds with anyone who needs a virtual field trip!

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Virtual Field Trips: Aquarium Live Feeds, Coral Reefs and Sea Life Webcams

Note: some feeds might show highlights at night time or a dark screen or when exhibits are closed. Be sure to check back during daylight hours for the webcam’s time zone!

Tropical Reef Camera: Field Trip to Aquarium of the Pacific

First on our aquarium virtual field trip: the Aquarium of the Pacific! The Tropical Reef Habitat is the largest exhibit (over 350,000 gallons of water!) at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach, California USA. It’s modeled after the reef system in the Blue Corner, one of the most famous and bio-diverse dive sites on earth. The Blue Corner is located in Palau, a nation of over 500 islands in Micronesia.

Penguin Webcam at the Saint Louis Zoo

Watch penguins live at the Saint Louis Zoo between the hours of 9AM to 5PM (Central time). Tune in throughout the day to see zookeepers feeding the animals and cleaning habitats, birds swimming and diving, resting, preening, building nests and sometimes even raising their young at Penguin & Puffin Coast. During off hours, a replay is shown.

Jellyfish Cam: Monterey Bay Aquarium

Next on our virtual field trip, we head over to the Monterey Bay Aquarium in Monterey, California. This mesmerizing live feed is from the Pacific Sea Nettles exhibit here. While they look peaceful, the graceful tentacles of these jellyfish paralyze their prey. Their tentacles can be 12-15 feet long, and they’re found in coastal waters off Alaska to California, Japan, Kamchatka, the Aleutian Islands and the Bering Sea.

Kansas City Zoo Field Trip: Polar Bear Cam

Our virtual aquarium field trip takes us next to the Kansas City Zoo. Nuniq (pronounced “new-nick”) was born at Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in 2016 and arrived in Kansas City in 2020. You will frequently see him splashing around in the pool and tearing up some of his favorite toys.

Shedd Aquarium: Underwater Beauty

No virtual aquarium field trip would be complete without a stop at the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago! Relax with their “Underwater Beauty” exhibit with angelfishes, wrasses, tangs and butterflyfishes. (I’ve included more educational resources from Shedd at the end of my article .)

Coral City Camera: Miami, Florida

Let’s travel next to Florida, where an underwater camera features a livestream of an urban reef off the coast of Miami. The Coral City Camera provides a fish-eye view into the urban marine ecosystem that has developed around the human-made shorelines of Miami.

Homosassa Springs Virtual Field Trip: Manatee Cam

No virtual aquarium field trip would be complete without manatees! This manatee cam is from Homosassa Springs, Florida, which manatees use as a warm water shelter from mid-November to late March each year. The rest of the year, Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is home to rehabilitated manatees; current residents include Ariel, Betsy and Electra.

If you’re interested in visiting Florida to see manatees in person, check out my guide to Crystal River and Homosassa with tips on how to find a responsible tour for interacting with these amazing creatures!

Kelp Forest Virtual Field Trip: Channel Islands National Park Cam

The next peaceful stop on our virtual field trip is courtesy of the National Park Service. This webcam live streams a kelp forest from Anacapa Island off the coast of California. Kelp forests are rich in biodiversity with hundreds of resident marine species. The undulating kelp and fish that swim by also make for a very soothing live feed!

Shark Lagoon Cam: Aquarium of the Pacific

It’s shark week every week at this next stop on our virtual aquariums tour! The 10,000 square foot Shark Lagoon at Aquarium of the Pacific features a live webcam. Inhabitants include sand tiger, zebra and white tip sharks.

Cape Fear Virtual Field Trip: Shark Cam

The next shark stop on our virtual field trip is from a live underwater cam beneath the Frying Pan Tower, 34 miles off the coast of Cape Fear, North Carolina. The tower is now obsolete, having been built in the in the 1960s to warn ships of the shallow waters nearby. While the tower is no longer used for its original purpose due to the development of GPS navigation, it remains an important habitat for sharks, fish, and other marine wildlife.

Open Sea Cam: Monterey Bay Aquarium

The Open Sea is the Monterey Bay Aquarium’s largest exhibit. Watch long enough and you can see yellowfin tuna, hammerhead sharks, pelagic stingrays, green sea turtles, dolphinfish (mahi mahi) and schools of Pacific sardines. Be sure to tune in every weekday at 11AM (Pacific) for a narrated feeding time.

Wrasse and Anthias: Aquarium of the Pacific

This virtual aquarium webcam is one of the most active and colorful live feeds, from the anthias and wrasses exhibit in the Tropical Pacific Gallery at the Aquarium of the Pacific.

Monterey Bay Live Cam Field Trip

This live feed offers a view of the Monterey Bay Aquarium’s ocean view decks and relaxing sounds of the surf. From here, you can see bird and sea mammals like black cormorants, harbor seals and sea otters. It’s part of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, a federally protected marine area offshore of California’s central coast.

Beluga Boat Field Trip: Manitoba, Canada

This live feed will resume in July, but it’s worth watching the highlights until then! Every summer, nearly 60,000 beluga whales travel from the Arctic to the warmer waters of the Churchill River in Manitoba, Canada. This live underwater cam is situated on the Beluga Boat, where you can get a whale’s eye view of belugas swimming, eating and nursing their calves.

Rubbing Beach Underwater Orca Cam

In British Columbia, more than 150 orca whales spend their summer in Johnstone Strait at Blackfish Sound. This camera lets you watch up close as these whales exhibit something unique to this group: they like to rub their bellies against the smooth pebbles of the beach!

ReefCam from Nature Conservancy Australia

This livefeed features an underwater view of the rocky reef in Port Philip Bay, off the coast of Melbourne, Australia. The camera is solar powered, so it shows highlights when offline.

Moon Jelly Cam: Monterey Bay Aquarium Field Trip

Need a little more zen? Check out the webcam from the Monterey Bay Aquarium’s exhibit of greater Pacific moon jellies.

Sea Otter Cam: Monterey Bay Aquarium Field Trip

I’ve saved the cutest for last on this virtual aquarium field trip: sea otters at the Monterey Bay Aquarium! There are currently 5 in residence, including Abby, Ivy, Rosa, Kit and Selka. All are rescued and unable to be returned to the wild, but they often serve as surrogate moms for rescued pups. Find out more about their stories and cheeky personalities here and tune in every weekday at 10:30AM, 1:30PM, and 3:30PM (Pacific) for a narrated feeding time.

Bonus Aquarium Field Trip Stop: Otters at the Vancouver Aquarium

Head over to the Vancouver Aquarium website to check out all of their webcams which are OTTERLY adorable! Don’t miss their underwater otter cam , above-water sea otter cam and baby sea otter cam .

Bonus Aquarium Field Trip Stop: Ocean Voyager Webcam

Hop over to the website of the Georgia Aquarium to see their Ocean Voyager exhibit, which contains rays, whale sharks, green sea turtles and many other forms of aquatic life. While you’re there, be sure to check out their southern sea otters and California sea lions webcams.

Bonus Stop: National Aquarium Blacktip Reef Exhibit

Visit the website of the National Aquarium in Baltimore Maryland to see the livefeed of their Blacktip Reef exhibit , a recreation of an Indo-Pacific reef, as well as their Pacific Coral Reef and Sea Nettles exhibits.

Ocean Education Resources for Educators, Parents & Others

Looking for more resources for developing lesson plans or distance learning experiences centered on aquatic life and the world’s oceans? Check out this resource list!

• The Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk, Connecticut is currently streaming education programs for families each week – register in advance to get the free links. They also offer paid distance learning sessions for schools .
• The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Office of Ocean Exploration and Research (OER) has many online educational resources suitable for different age groups. Be sure to check out their lesson plans , ocean exploration facts , educational materials by theme and fun Octonauts Corner with coloring pages and information for younger explorers.
• The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution in Woods Hole, Massachusetts has resources for K-12 students and teachers including teacher workshops, classroom activities, online expeditions, marine careers and more.
• The Shedd Aquarium in Chicago has been hosting tons of online educational sessions while the aquarium is closed. Check out the Shedd Aquarium Facebook page for what’s coming up next including free Facebook Live sessions and paid virtual “summer camps.” Plus, catch up on all their past Penguin Tours here – when their penguins Wellington, Annie, Edward and others tour the aquarium – and all of their educational Shedd Stay Home sessions .
• The Monterey Bay Aquarium has courses with full lesson plans to support learning at home for pre-K through grade 12, in both English and Spanish. They also have information resources on ocean animals .
• The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History has online resources in its Ocean Portal Educators’ Corner . You can search lesson plans by grade level and lesson subject or explore their Ocean Portal for more online resources.
• The Ocean Exploration Trust and its Nautilus exploration program have education resources online . Check out the different education themes or browse by resource type including learning modules, mini-lessons, activities, games and coloring pages. Learn more about its expeditions here .
• The Georgia Aquarium is hosting online events for kids like story time and learning sessions – find their events calendar here and check out their Facebook page .
• Watch past videos from Reefs Go Live and get teacher resources to accompany each lesson..
• Check out National Geographic’s Ocean Education resources online for activities by age group.
• Explore a marine life encyclopedia from Oceana.org.
• The Living Oceans Foundation has a list of e-learning resources for grades K-12.
• PBS’s Jean-Michel Cousteau has online Ocean Adventure resources targeted mainly toward middle school students.
• The New England Aquarium is offering virtual visit resources with at-home projects and video presentations. They also have paid virtual animal encounters for groups via Zoom, including their penguin and marine mammal exhibits.
• Take a virtual field trip to the coral reefs of Palau with the Nature Conservancy. Includes a teacher guide.
• Explore the Sea Life Sydney aquarium virtually with videos, activities and more.
• Grab a sharks animal research freebie from We Pay Teachers.

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U.S. News Insider Tip: If you're visiting in the summer (June through August), check out Jazzin' at the Shedd. You can enjoy jazz music and drinks with incredible views from the terrace. Plus, the lights dim in the aquarium for a unique experience. – Elizabeth Von Tersch, Senior Editor

Shedd Aquarium is one of the world's largest indoor aquariums, housing around 32,000 creatures. While you're here, you can feel stingrays float beneath your fingers, listen to sea lions bark and learn all about a variety of turtles. A visit to Shedd Aquarium will lead you through a cornucopia of habitats, where you'll find additional animals like penguins, piranhas, sharks and beluga whales. Or, for an additional fee, you can participate in specialty experiences like animal encounters, feeding experiences and virtual reality.

What recent travelers say

Past visitors say a stop to Shedd Aquarium is a must, especially if you're traveling with kids. Reviewers say you could easily spend all day here, and advise setting aside at least three hours to make the most of your visit. Some complain of a confusing layout, while others gush over the views of Lake Michigan as seen from the aquarium's windows.

Purchasing advance timed tickets is required; the earlier you purchase tickets, the cheaper they will be. General admission includes all of the aquarium's habitats, animal presentations and exhibits, including seasonal and special exhibits. For out-of-state visitors, tickets start at around $37 for adults and about $28 for children ages 3 to 11. Travelers with a Chicago CityPASS or a Go City Chicago Card receive a complimentary Shedd Pass; all ticket holders will have access to restrooms, a gift shop and three cafes.

How to get to Shedd Aquarium

You'll find the Shedd Aquarium in the Museum Campus portion of Grant Park sandwiched between The Field Museum and the Adler Planetarium . You can get there by taking the Green, Orange or Red L lines to Roosevelt station or by taking the No. 130 or 146 bus to the Solidarity Drive & Aquarium bus stop. A parking garage is also located on the Museum Campus. You'll likely also pass by the aquarium if you choose to sign up for one of Chicago's best Segway tours .

The aquarium is generally open daily between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., though it may have extended operating hours until 9 p.m. on select days. 

For more information, visit the Shedd Aquarium website .

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10 Tips to Help You Plan a Fantastic Trip to Shedd Aquarium, Chicago

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Chicago or the Windy City is a major converging point for international trade, finance, technology, culture, commerce and tourism in the United States. It is also the second most visited city in the United States after New York. The city attracts 50 million tourists every year and boasts of modernised tourist locations like Shedd Aquarium , Millennium Park, and Willis Tower Observation Deck.

With 2.5 million visitors a year on an average, Shedd Aquarium stands as the most visited aquarium in the United States. Shedd Aquarium was gifted by a retail leader John G Shedd to the city, in the year 1930 and cost around 3 million USD. It has been designated as National Historic Landmark since 1987 and has received major awards for best exhibits. The Caribbean Reef, Amazon Rising are few of the many awarded exhibits of Shedd Aquarium. Currently the Shedd Aquarium holds 32,000 animals and is one of largest indoor facilities in the world.

Shedd Aquarium provides various interactive experiences, and packages for its visitors round the year. The below guide will help you with all the details one needs while planning a visit to Shedd Aquarium.

Chicago has a very robust public transportation and getting to Shedd Aquarium will be anything but trouble. Number of buses ply from various locations and the Metra Commuter Rail network is equally useful. Please ensure to board buses heading to Museum Campus. Once you have reached the Museum Campus, the Shedd Aquarium is just a 10 minute walk.

In case you are visiting by car or personal conveyance, you can book your parking slots in advance as well to save money. The Shedd Aquarium offers valet parking on weekends as well for around 20 USD. They don't have a dedicated parking area for aquarium visitors, but various parking lots are available around the Museum Park.

Shedd Aquarium is one the most beloved tourist spots in Chicago.The aquarium reserves fixed number of entries for a day. It is strongly suggested to visit the spot before 9 AM to avoid queues. There are faster entries for those who have purchased tickets in advance online. When you arrive at Shedd Aquarium, ask for Shedd Staff Member to help with the faster entry.

The Shedd Aquarium ticket schemes vary based on General Admission or a Chicago resident admission.

General Admission

Adults: 39.95 USD, KIDS (3-11): 29.95 USD

Chicago Residents

Adults : 19.95 USD, KIDS (3-11): 14.95 USD

You can avail exciting offers in case you are visiting in larger groups. You can call the aquarium helpline to enquire about ticket prices for groups.

Visitors can also upgrade to bonus 4-D experience for 4.95 USD. For existing members, the upgrade will cost 2.95 USD.

If you plan to visit the 5 major tourist attractions in Chicago including Shedd Aquarium, Chicago City Pass saves more than 50% on all premium entries. The City Pass apart from Shedd Aquarium can fetch entries to Chicago Skydeck, Filed Museum, Adler Planetarium, and Chicago Observation Deck. For as low as 108 USD all five top attractions are accessible with a 9 consecutive day validity on the pass. This gives an added advantage of not locking down on the day of visit. City Pass holders can enjoy all permanent exhibits, special summer exhibits and the 4-D experience.

All permanent exhibits and corners of the Shedd Aquarium offer a host of aquatic life to be experienced for all age groups. You can spend an entire day and still miss out on a few that the aquarium has to offer. Let's have a look the main floor and add on exhibits in Shedd aquarium-

.Caribbean Reef- One of the first permanent exhibits, Caribbean Reef was set up in 1971, with a 90,000 US gallon central water tank and offers maximum walk viewing. There are diving sessions between 12 PM to 3 PM every day. The Caribbean Reef is home to rescued green turtle, the beautiful bright eyed Nickel, stingrays,bonnethead sharks and many more. You can even book a special message like "Happy Birthday" for your loved ones. The Shedd divers can help you by holding the personal message while surrounded by stingrays,the popular sea turtle- Nickel, and many more colourful reef fishes. A digital photo is also shared to keep a count of the many beautiful memories. It must be booked 48 hours in advance and will cost 125 USD.

.Waters of the World- This is one of the oldest permanent exhibits in the Shedd Aquarium and boasts of close to 70 aquatic habitats of the world from oceans, rivers and tropical wetlands. These include starfish, seahorses, spider crabs, blue iguana and giant Pacific Octopus.

.Amazon Rising- This exhibit circles close to 8600 sqft and gives a walk-through forest recreation, provides insight on how life and creatures adapt to rising and falling water levels in the Amazon. The exhibit contains catfish, piranhas, freshwater stingrays and anacondas. The exhibit also shows how homes are built around Amazon to withstand heavy floods. Visitors can experience multiple life forms here and be amazed with colourful tropical species like Wattled Jacana, White-Faced Whistling Duck, Brazilian Teal, Red Bellied Piranha, Green Anacondas and Amazon Milk Frogs.

.Wild Reef- An award winning exhibit set up in 2003, the Wild Reef gives a glimpse of recreating the Philippine Coral Reef. The exhibit covers the diverse life forms in the reef including sandbar, saw-fish, incognito frog-fish and collection of sharks. The recreated section also offers a round tank which gives a diver's eye view to the entire section. Coral Reefs are very important to the sea ecosystem in South East Asia and Shedd Aquarium is dedicated in conserving coral reefs round the world. The financial resources through multiple programmes around the world are being utilised to save coral reefs and raise awareness among visitors and tourists. Few of the animals one can come across in this exhibit are Clownfish, Honeycomb Moray,Porcupine Fish, Moon Jelly, Japanese Wobbegong, Humphead Wrasse and Mandarin Dragonet.

.Abbott Oceanarium- It includes a host of water mammals including dolphins, sea lions, penguins and belugas. One would be delighted to see the Pacific Costal life forms. It is the largest indoor marine mammal facility in the world and has the largest single water tank. The lower level allows one to see the underwater view of the dolphins. While you experience host of activities in the Oceanarium, take a breathtaking view of Lake Michigan. The Oceanarium offers encounters with Belugas, Dolphins and Penguins where under trained supervision, visitors can touch the animals, play with them, watch them perform some‘’Awww “dropping moments. You can even pre book a special message or pop the question to your special someone clipped and bought by the belugas. These are some of the great activities for kids and to help them appreciate all forms of life. All of these are included in the general admission ticket except the special message activity. You can even choose to adopt a beluga or penguin and get a certificate for it by donating in the range of 75 USD. This includes an animal soft toy, a digital photo of the adopted animal as well. Cheaper donation plans are available too.

.Polar Play Zone- This section is the top attraction for kids visiting Shedd Aquarium. Kids can slip into penguin suits and explore the Icy South play area. They can use a small submarine and get an interactive experience of how life in the North and South Poles are, and get to know how distinct the sea species are there. It is also home to Magellanic and Rockhopper Penguins, Sea Otters, Dolphins and Belugas.There is also an underwater viewing gallery.

.Underwater Beauty- Marine life has plenty of colours and Underwater Beauty was set up as a special exhibit in 2018, to offer spectacular visual experience to its visitors. It believes in saving the beauty while preserving rare creatures of the sea and fresh waters. You can see three sections- "Colours","Patterns" and "Rhythms". It features close to 100 different species like Ribbon Eel, Flower Hat Jelly, Purple Tang, Lined Seahorse, Lagoon Jelly, Discus, Moorish Idol and Pyramid Butterflyfish.

.Aquatic Presentations- Within the Oceanarium, trained professionals perform some scintillating acts with Pacific White-Sided dolphins. Guests learn about animal interaction with humans and better understand their anatomy under some beautifully choreographed flash lights.

The 4-D experience is available on the same floor as of Oceanarium. It's a really good experience for kids. One can feel water sprays, shaking seats and bubble during this 15 minute experience. There are hourly shows on kid friendly 3 D animations, sea monsters and on extended days there are two additional shows as well till 6 p.m.

Warning - 4-D experience is only recommended for kids above 4 years of age.People with heart condition and who are sensitive to lights, laser projections and loud sound are suggested to avoid going for the 4-D experiences in the Shedd Aquarium.

While strolling around the Shedd Aquarium and experiencing the excitement inside, your stomach will definitely be grumbling. So check out the various dining options at the Shedd Aquarium-

.Soundings Cafe- Opens at 9 AM and offers a line of Starbucks coffee and beverages. Do indulge in the freshly baked pastries and sandwiches.

.Bubble Net Food court- The year round food courts offers pizzas, burritos, salads, burgers and has a family friendly menu. It opens at 11 AM and shuts down 2 hours before closing.

.Deep Ocean Cafe- It is a seasonal cafe and located in the Polar Play Zone. One can munch on Hot dogs, Dippin Dots and some Popcorn.

.Soundings Restaurant- This restaurant offers the best view of the town. The ingredients are seasonally and locally grown. Make sure to indulge in fresh grilled burgers, fresh wraps and salads while enjoying the terrace outdoor view.

Visitors can also bring their own brown bags packed lunch and save some money. There are outdoor garden tables and a Marine Munchroom which has tables and chairs to enjoy your home cooked food. There is a Popcorn kiosk and the Marine Munchroom which also offers fridges and vending machines to buy packaged meals.

There is something for everyone at gift shops in Shedd Aquarium. Soft toys, merchandise, apparels are part of the exciting range available at the aquarium. They have toys made from recycled materials and have a range of reusable products. You can purchase bags, goodies, water bottles, thermoses which are great alternatives to single use items. The entire billing is non-profit in nature and all contribution goes to Shedd's missions. So go ahead and carry a memory back home..!!

Free days is a blockbuster day at Shedd Aquarium where every family member who is a legal resident of the state of Illinois gets a free entry, The entry queue is insanely long on free days stretching all the way till the Museum Park. It's a great initiative where every family member can visit the Shedd Aquarium and have countless memories.

.Discounts-Students above the age of 12 with valid school IDs, Senior Citizens (65 ) with valid IDs and U.S Military veterans receive 3 USD on site discount on Shedd Aquarium tickets. Active duty U.S military personnel receive free entry to the aquarium; however dependents and family members are not part of the offer. Chicago Police and Fire fighters also receive free entry to the aquarium with valid IDs. None of the offers include 4-D experience and can be clubbed by paying additional 4.95 USD.

.Re-entries to the Shedd Aquarium- On a pleasant summer day, while you would like to take a walk in the Museum Park, any visitor has the privilege to walk out of the aquarium and re-enter if the ticket/pass is kept handy.

.Strollers- The Shedd Aquarium does not provide any stroller or wagons. It is suggested to carry a convertible umbrella stroller for easy walking through the stairs and crowded areas.

.Lockers- The Shedd Aquarium provide cash and card operated lockers to store valuables, personal belongings, coats since they don't offer any luggage checking.

.Taking Pictures- Carrying a camera is very much allowed in the aquarium. Be careful to not use flash and use it responsibly taking animal safety and comfort in mind. Tripods are strictly not allowed.

.Wheel Chairs- Wheel Chairs are available on first come first serve basis by providing a photo identification proof.

With much to offer, it can be safely concluded that Shedd Aquarium is a must visit place while one lands in Chicago. It will be a wonderful experience for everyone to witness underwater life and species and know them up-close.

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Starting Salary: $54,000 Summary:  The Manager of Donor Engagement is a key member of the Philanthropic Engagement team, responsible for creating and executing a suite of exceptional experiences to attract new audiences and deepen relationships with existing donors. This role supports the planning and execution of donor events, VIP travel experiences, and personalized onsite tours, ensuring every interaction enhances donor loyalty and commitment to Shedd’s mission. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is excited by the prospect of turning creative ideas into reality. The successful candidate will feel comfortable liaising with all colleagues across the aquarium including the leadership team and external partners (vendors) as well as being a front line interface with donors at all levels.  

This position will require some evening and weekend hours and reports to the Assistant Director, Donor Engagement and Events.  Essential Duties and Responsibilities  include the following as well as other duties as assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Demonstrate commitment to Shedd’s vision, mission, and values. 

Event Planning & Execution:  

• Manage event logistics including project management processes and event briefs, RSVPs, and day-of support or occasional day-of event management. 
• Plan and execute onsite donor meetings & catering support 
• Develop program content and communications plan in partnership with Member Experiences team and the Donor Communications Manager; serve as primary liaison to presenters as needed 
• Prepare event briefings and run rehearsals 

Onsite Tours & Experiences: 

• Collaborate with teams across the aquarium to create mission-aligned tour experiences that deepen donor connections while responding to resource constraints as needed 
• Manage the hospitality and logistics of onsite donor visits in partnership with onsite caterer.

Support Shedd Adventures Travel Program: 

• Assist with pre- and post-trip engagements for travelers including host briefings, participant meet ups and data management  
• Work with Marketing to keep trip information updated on Shedd website 
• Procure and inventory promotional items and assemble swag and information documents for hosts prior to departure 

Collaboration & Leadership: 

• Partner with development officers, program staff, and the Philanthropic Engagement team to align donor engagement activities with overall fundraising goals. 
• Provide excellent customer service for program participants, travelers, and event attendees 
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across the Aquarium including leadership in support of efficient resource management and mutual understanding. 

General Administrative:  

• Work with teams to capture relevant data in Tessitura in a timely manner 
• Actively participate in tracking metrics and provide ongoing analysis of effort 
• Execute Momentus event contracts for Development-led onsite events 
• Demonstrate and model the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects at once 
• Other duties as assigned in support of the Development department. 

Qualifications: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 

Education:  

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or comparable professional experience 

Experience and Skills: 

• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing events and/or programs 
• Excellent organizational skills with a meticulous attention to detail; strong planning skills, including the ability to anticipate tasks, meet deadlines and function smoothly under strict deadlines and shifting priorities 
• Excellent communication (verbal/written) and time management skills are required 
• An enterprising mindset inclined to push projects forward through competing priorities 
• Proven track record of successfully planning and executing high-level events and travel experiences for donors or VIPs. 
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and inspire donors and provide top notch customer service 
• Experience working with CRM systems and donor databases. 
• Ability to travel as needed for donor events and travel experiences plus occasional evening, early morning or weekend work required 
• Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, Word, PowerPoint strongly preferred 
• Donor Database/CRM experience (Tessitura preferred) 
• Passion for the organization’s mission and commitment to advancing its goals through exceptional donor engagement 

BENEFITS WORKING AT SHEDD:

We offer competitive compensation packages and opportunities for professional growth within our organization.

• Medical Insurance
• Vision and Dental Insurance
• Accrued Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts

Reasonable Accommodations:

Shedd Aquarium is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodations for any part of the employment process, please email us at [email protected].

We strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQ+ community, veterans and active duty military, parents, individuals with disabilities, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds to apply. Shedd Aquarium is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to our team.