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.

Family Explorers

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.

Little Fishes Program

Explore the world of water with your 1-year-old. This group meets for a six-week series in the Curious George Discovery Corner inside the Aquarium.

Ocean Detectives

Ocean Detectives programs include Saturday exploration for 5- to 10-year-olds and squid dissection for 7- to 13-year-olds. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Family Field Trips

Spend a few hours on a Saturday with your family exploring local marine environments. Aquarium educators help your family learn about and explore the watery world around you.

Family Overnights

Sleepover in the Aquarium's West Wing, home to our Amazing Jellies exhibit. Check out Aquarium overnights and the overnights timeline for more information.

 

 

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Birthday Parties

Throw a birthday party at the Aquarium with fun educational programming. Birthday parties can be held with the educators 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.

Homeschool Programs

The Aquarium offers a range of programs that are appropriate for homeschool families and organized homeschool groups. Please contact the Education Department at 617-973-6580 for more information.