The Aquarium's family programs include activities offered during visits, family classes and workshops, and family overnights and field trips.

 

Aqua Kids Family Day

Every Friday morning the Aquarium offers a variety of activities designed especially for young children in the Curious George Discovery Center.

 

Blue Discoveries Family Day

Learn more about the blue planet through art, science and storytelling. Programs highlight Aquarium favorites as well as Aquarium hidden treasures.

 

Sea Squirts

Family explorers classes are for children ages 2 to 4 accompanied by an adult. The series are divided by age and introduce toddlers to science and marine animals.

 

Homeschool Offerings

Homeschool families can book custom programs as a group on topics that range from animals, habitats, conservation or global oceans. Download this informational PDF for details (404 KB).

 

 

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Birthday Parties

Throw a birthday party at the Aquarium or at your home with fun educational programming. Birthday parties can be held at the Aquarium, in the Simons IMAX Theatre or in your own home.

Summer Camp

Kids in grades 4 - 9 can spend their summer with the Aquarium! Harbor Discoveries Camp includes behind–the-scenes activities in Aquarium galleries, excursions to Boston Harbor Islands, daily field trips to North and South Shore habitats, and an overnight experience.