Ecocentro, Marine science museum in Puerto Madryn, Argentina
The Ecocentro stands on a cliff with large windows providing direct views of the Patagonian Sea and its marine inhabitants throughout the building.
The institution opened its doors on June 15, 2000, following the joint initiative of naturalist Alfredo Lichter and scientist Claudio Campagna.
The center maintains permanent exhibitions about marine ecosystems, including displays about whales, seals, and sea lions from the Valdés Peninsula region.
The facility receives 50,000 visitors annually and offers guided tours, educational programs, and special activities for schools in the Chubut Province.
A complete right whale skeleton, recovered from a 2001 stranding near the center, stands mounted on red steel beams outside the building.
Location: Puerto Madryn
Inception: June 15, 2000
GPS coordinates: -42.78221,-64.99700
Latest update: April 2, 2025 06:59
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