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2024 Press Releases
Annual population estimate for critically endangered North Atlantic right whale shows slow increase in numbers
October 22, 2024
Aquarium scientists wrap up successful annual field work season in Canada’s Gulf of St. Lawrence
October 3, 2024
Aquarium scientists spot nearly one quarter of the critically endangered North Atlantic right whale population in an unusual feeding area 70 miles south of Long Island, NY
September 24, 2024
BlueSwell program selects fifth cohort of startup companies focused on supporting ocean sustainability
September 10, 2024
Animal Crossing: New Horizons Aquarium Tour Comes to the New England Aquarium
September 10, 2024
New England Aquarium and Hispanic Access Foundation Celebrate Latino Conservation Week and Hispanic Heritage Month
September 9, 2024
Senator Edward J. Markey and Aquarium staff release five rehabilitated turtles into ocean waters off Cape Cod
August 6, 2024
New England Aquarium announces new Assistant Vice President of Conservation Policy
August 1, 2024
Aquarium releases nine rehabilitated loggerhead, green, and Kemp’s ridley turtles into ocean waters off Cape Cod
July 30, 2024
Aquarium’s Marine Conservation Action Fund (MCAF) celebrates 25 years of supporting local ocean conservation projects around the world that have a global impact on marine animals & ocean health
July 24, 2024
Rescue effort saves entangled 400-lb leatherback sea turtle
July 22, 2024
Embark on a global wildlife adventure with new film Animal Kingdom: A Tale of Six Families
July 15, 2024
New England Aquarium releases six rehabilitated sea turtles into ocean waters off Cape Cod
July 10, 2024
Two African penguin chicks to join Aquarium colony
July 9, 2024
Navy Band Northeast to Perform at the New England Aquarium for Boston Navy Week
July 2, 2024
Waterfront beer garden opens outside New England Aquarium
June 28, 2024
New England Aquarium’s Dr. Jessica Redfern to testify against bill that would block protections for critically endangered North Atlantic right whales
June 26, 2024
New England Aquarium scientists spot young North Atlantic right whale entangled in Canada’s Gulf of St. Lawrence
June 26, 2024
New England Aquarium releases eight rehabilitated sea turtles into ocean waters off Cape Cod
June 25, 2024
Two African penguin chicks now on exhibit at Aquarium
June 20, 2024
Waterfront Wellness Week offers free & low-cost activities like yoga, dance, walks & runs across Boston from Franklin Park to North End, Seaport, & Roxbury
June 12, 2024
Right whales remain in New England waters, with recent sightings in unprotected areas
June 5, 2024
Calling all startups: Application period open for bluetech accelerator program BlueSwell
June 3, 2024
100 Yards of Hope: A Mission to Restore the Ocean and Revitalize Human Purpose
May 30, 2024
Signs of white shark activity off Massachusetts after multiple marine mammals are seen with bite marks
May 23, 2024
Aquarium to mark World Ocean Day with free programming on Saturday, June 1
May 22, 2024
Statement on entanglement of female North Atlantic right whale “Shelagh”
May 16, 2024
New England Aquarium Whale Watch in partnership with Boston Harbor City Cruises kicks off 2024 season
May 15, 2024
Four African penguin chicks hatch at New England Aquarium
May 9, 2024
New research finds abnormal hormone levels in sea turtles affected by Deepwater Horizon oil spill
May 1, 2024
New England Aquarium and retail partner Event Network take significant step to remove plastic from gift shop
April 22, 2024
Aquarium affirms commitment to sustainable and equitable ocean economy at international gathering
April 19, 2024
Aquarium to mark Massachusetts Right Whale Day on April 24
April 17, 2024
Dive into the untouched wonders of the Pacific Ocean in new film Ocean Paradise 3D
April 11, 2024
A Legacy of the Ocean: Exploring the Past, Present, and Future of Ocean Protection and Restoration with Philippe Cousteau
April 8, 2024
Right whale mother found dead last week suffered “catastrophic injuries” from vessel strike, NOAA announces
April 4, 2024
Groups release 34 rehabilitated sea turtles off Georgia beach
April 4, 2024
North Atlantic right whale that recently gave birth found dead off coast of Virginia
April 2, 2024
Aquarium celebrates April school vacation week with re-opening of Shark and Ray Touch Tank & new film, Ocean Paradise 3D
April 1, 2024
OceanSpeak: Unleashing Waves of Change through Science Communication
March 14, 2024
Aquarium scientists mark milestone for North Atlantic right whale photo database
March 12, 2024
African penguin at New England Aquarium receives acupuncture treatment
March 7, 2024
North Atlantic right whale calf washes up dead on Cumberland Island National Seashore in Georgia
March 6, 2024
Gray whale, extinct in the Atlantic, seen in southern New England waters
March 5, 2024
Aquarium scientists spot 31 right whales in shipping lanes off Massachusetts coast
Feb. 26, 2024
Right whale found dead off Georgia suffered a vessel strike, NOAA determines
Feb. 16, 2024
Aquarium scientists identify North Atlantic right whale found dead off Georgia as a 1-year-old female
Feb. 15, 2024
Statement on rope removed from deceased North Atlantic right whale
Feb. 15, 2024
Aquarium celebrates hatching off 100th epaulette shark since 2012
Feb. 15, 2024
Dozens of rehabilitating sea turtles receive festive names as long-term treatment continues
Feb. 6, 2024
Aquarium welcomes guests during February school vacation week with extended hours and educational programs
Feb. 5, 2024
Aquarium scientists identify deceased right whale found on Martha’s Vineyard as a 3-year-old female
Feb. 2, 2024
Diving With a Purpose: Exploring Submerged Heritage Preservation and Conservation of the African Diaspora
Jan. 31, 2024
Statement on Final North Atlantic Right Whale and Offshore Wind Strategy
Jan. 29, 2024
Vessel speed restrictions essential to protect endangered North Atlantic right whales and other large whale species, new study finds
Jan. 24, 2024
Aquarium to host Boston premiere of documentary film Inundation District
Jan. 23, 2024
Making waves: New England Aquarium selects Sodexo Live! as new hospitality partner in multi-year agreement
Jan. 18, 2024
Aquarium responds to North Atlantic right whale calf seriously injured by boat propeller
Jan. 10, 2024
Aquarium welcomes new members to Board of Trustees
Jan. 8, 2024
Celebrating the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: Arts, Living Histories, and the Beloved Community
Jan. 4, 2024
Past Press Releases
Browse more press releases from 2020–2023.
Aquarium to host outdoor ice sculpture of sea lions for Boston Waterfront Ice Sculpture Stroll on New Year’s Eve
Dec. 20, 2023
Surgical procedure shows promise in efforts to understand vulnerable sea turtle populations
Dec. 14, 2023
Aquarium to welcome guests during school winter vacation week with extended hours and new animals
Dec. 12, 2023
Scientists unveil new names for 19 North Atlantic right whales
Dec. 6, 2023
New England Aquarium treats more than 200 sea turtles amid annual stranding season
Dec. 4, 2023
Two sea lions settle into new home at New England Aquarium
Nov. 29, 2023
New Film ARCTIC: Our Frozen Planet, a dazzling portrayal of a region and our changing climate
Nov. 20, 2023
Statement on Fifth National Climate Assessment
Nov. 17, 2023
North Atlantic right whale mother and calf seen feeding in Gulf of Maine
Nov. 16, 2023
Sharks Unknown: Changing the Face of Shark TV with environmental educator and renowned shark expert Jasmin Graham
Nov. 14, 2023
Nurse shark joins animal population at New England Aquarium
Nov. 8, 2023
“Voices of the Waterfront” public photo exhibit showcases people working together to increase access to Boston’s harbor, islands, and rivers
Nov. 2, 2023
Aquarium scientists celebrate sighting of endangered sperm whale and calf in richly biodiverse Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument
Oct. 26, 2023
Shark expert Dr. Greg Skomal and writer Ret Talbot discuss new book, Chasing Shadows, and return of white sharks to New England waters
Oct. 24, 2023
Scientists release annual population estimate for critically endangered North Atlantic right whale amid ongoing threats
Oct. 23, 2023
New England Aquarium joins international partnership to protect endangered African penguins
Oct. 12, 2023
A Tale of Ice, Warm Water, and the Future: A Conversation with Dr. Fiamma Straneo
Oct. 4, 2023
Aquarium tracks record number of rehabilitated sea turtles
Sept. 27, 2023
“Our Heritage, Our Planet” Film Week celebrates voices and storytelling traditions of communities of color
Sept. 21, 2023
Aquarium reacts to historic federal funding aimed at protecting critically endangered North Atlantic right whales
Sept. 19, 2023
BlueSwell incubator program selects fourth cohort of startup companies focused on supporting ocean health
Sept. 19, 2023
Ocean conservation leaders from 11 countries convene at Aquarium to share insights and research
Sept. 14, 2023
Best-selling author Sy Montgomery to discuss her latest book, Of Time and Turtles: Mending the World, Shell by Shattered Shell with book’s illustrator, Matt Patterson
Sept. 7, 2023
Southern rockhopper penguin chick now on exhibit at New England Aquarium
Sept. 6, 2023
In final release of the season, Aquarium staff return two rehabilitated sea turtles to ocean off Cape Cod
Aug. 17, 2023
More than 700 animals seen during Aquarium’s aerial survey of marine protected area
Aug. 10, 2023
New England Aquarium announces new Vice President of Animal Care
Aug. 8, 2023
Southern rockhopper penguin chick hatches at New England Aquarium
Aug. 2, 2023
Sen. Markey joins New England Aquarium to release eight rehabilitated sea turtles on Cape Cod
July 31, 2023
Newly entangled right whale has scientists calling for stronger measures to protect critically endangered species
July 26, 2023
Four sea turtles returned to ocean after months of rehabilitative care at the New England Aquarium
July 25, 2023
Aquarium releases five rehabilitated and satellite tagged sea turtles off Cape Cod beach
July 12, 2023
Classic film Jaws returns to the giant screen at Aquarium
July 11, 2023
Local shark experts available for interviews
July 6, 2023
New England Aquarium releases four rehabilitated sea turtles into ocean waters off Cape Cod
June 28, 2023
Female African penguin chick named “Bray” now on exhibit at New England Aquarium
June 21, 2023
Researchers using cutting-edge technology to protect endangered sea turtles in Puerto Rico
June 15, 2023
Aquarium scientists spot four killer whales in rare sighting over southern New England waters
June 13, 2023
Aquarium scientist to testify before congressional subcommittee on enhanced federal regulations to protect North Atlantic right whales
June 6, 2023
Aquarium scientists see one third of North Atlantic right whale population during winter/spring aerial survey season
May 31, 2023
Eat, Poop, Die: How Animals Make Our World with Joe Roman
May 25, 2023
Aquarium celebrating World Ocean Day with free activities on Sunday, June 4
May 23, 2023
After first white shark of the season spotted in Cape Cod waters, Aquarium scientists urge public to report sightings
May 22, 2023
Aquarium’s summer season kicks off Memorial Day weekend with new beer garden, extended hours, world film premiere
May 19, 2023
Explore the realm of the ocean’s largest animals in new 3D documentary, Blue Whales: Return of the Giants
May 10, 2023
Endangered whales, sharks, and hundreds of dolphins spotted during aerial survey over marine protected area
May 8, 2023
The Power of Storytelling to Protect the Ocean with National Geographic Young Explorer Sruthi Gurudev
April 26, 2023
Scientists draw attention to low number of North Atlantic right whale births
April 21, 2023
Aquarium releases dozens of rehabilitated sea turtles in N.C.
April 18, 2023
African penguin chick hatches at New England Aquarium
April 13, 2023
Aquarium to celebrate first Massachusetts Right Whale Day
April 12, 2023
Call for applications: BlueSwell incubator program seeking bluetech startups with impact on ocean sustainability
April 4, 2023
Aquarium looks ahead to April school vacation week with the return of animal encounters, Duck Tours
April 3, 2023
Aquarium’s new Associate Vice President Emiley Z. Lockhart leading sustainable innovation work at BalanceBlue Lab
March 29, 2023
Not a Moment to Waste: The Battle for a Working Country on a Working Planet with Bill McKibben
March 27, 2023
Aquarium welcomes organization’s first Chief Conservation and Stewardship Officer
March 24, 2023
Statement on first-ever U.S. Ocean Climate Action Plan
March 21, 2023
Aquarium offering exclusive harbor seal encounters
March 20, 2023
Seadragons born at Aquarium after rare mating success
March 15, 2023
Statement on U.N. treaty protecting marine biodiversity
March 6, 2023
New England Aquarium and Boston Harbor City Cruises to offer new Ecoventure Cruise experience
March 2, 2023
A Changing Environment: How Women Leaders in Boston are Taking the Lead on Climate Resiliency & Community Building
February 23, 2023
Seeking to support state’s “blue economy” and drive climate change solutions, New England Aquarium files bills, supports legislation
February 16, 2023
Aquarium reacts to death of critically endangered North Atlantic right whale on Virginia coast
February 16, 2023
Building a Home for Black Excellence in Marine Science with Dr. Tiara Moore
February 9, 2023
Aquarium presents Secrets of the Sea: A Screening with Filmmaker Jonathan Bird on February 16
February 6, 2023
For February school vacation, cuttlefish and new film, Secrets of the Sea, arrive at New England Aquarium
February 2, 2023
Discover the ocean’s most extraordinary animals in new 3D documentary, Secrets of the Sea
January 31, 2023
Six teams of aspiring entrepreneurs showcase bluetech startups centered on ocean impact at Demo Day: Streamed February 10
January 25, 2023
Ferris Batie named new Vice President of Campus Operations at New England Aquarium
January 23, 2023
As sea turtle stranding season ends, Aquarium names more than 60 turtles undergoing months-long rehabilitation
January 18, 2023
Aquarium offering special in-person educational programs for growing number of homeschooling families in state
January 17, 2023
Spindle, a North Atlantic right whale at least 41 years-old, spotted with new calf just as another of her 10 calves seen severely entangled off NC
January 12, 2023
Statement on creation of Massachusetts Right Whale Day
January 5, 2023
Aquarium announces additions to Board of Trustees
January 3, 2023