Oregon Coast Aquarium, Marine research center in Newport, Oregon.
Description
The Oregon Coast Aquarium is a marine research center in Newport, Oregon, housing tide pool tanks, seabird enclosures, and large aquariums for sharks. The facility spans several indoor halls and outdoor areas where visitors can explore different Pacific habitats.
History
The facility opened in 1992 and grew into a major center for marine education in the Pacific Northwest of the United States. During its early years, the aquarium housed the orca Keiko, who was later released in an international project.
Culture
The aquarium carries a name that reflects its Pacific Coast setting in Oregon and draws families from across the Northwest. Visitors often watch children stand at the tanks, observing sea lions swimming or touching starfish in the contact pools.
Practical
The aquarium opens year-round, and tickets can be purchased online in advance to avoid waiting. Family packages are available, and the facility is accessible for strollers and wheelchairs.
Did you know?
The Passages of the Deep exhibit features underwater tunnels where visitors walk beneath swimming sharks, rays, and many fish species. The transparent tubes offer a full view of the water overhead and on all sides.
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