Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, Research center in Woods Hole, Massachusetts, United States.
The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is a research center focused on ocean and marine science located in Massachusetts. It maintains laboratories and field stations where scientists study the oceans and share their discoveries with the public.
The center was established in 1930 and grew from partnerships dedicated to studying the seas. Since then it has become one of the leading research locations for ocean science.
The institution manages extensive educational programs through a joint partnership with Massachusetts Institute of Technology, training future generations of marine scientists.
The location is easier to visit during warmer months and offers exhibits and talks for visitors. You should plan to spend several hours and check ahead about which areas are open.
The facility operates a deep-sea research vessel called Alvin that allows scientists to reach the deepest ocean regions. This submersible has played a role in some of the most important discoveries in the deep sea.
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