Join the newest group of young professionals rising up in Boston.

The Tide is a community of young supporters who have made a commitment to the ocean and the New England Aquarium’s mission to protect our blue planet.

By joining The Tide, you will have access to exclusive:

  • Networking opportunities with other young professional ocean stewards
  • Unique social and educational events
  • Volunteer and service programs
  • Opportunities to connect with the Aquarium’s network of scientists and community leaders

Whether your favorite childhood field trips were to the Aquarium, you spend your summers on the water, or you want to take action to protect the future of our oceans, now is the time to join The Tide.

The New England Aquarium is a catalyst for global change through public engagement, commitment to marine animal conservation, leadership in education, innovative scientific research, and effective advocacy for vital and vibrant oceans.

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  1. Individual Membership - $175

    • Standard 2 Aquarium membership benefits for one named adult and guest
    • Two complimentary tickets to an Aquarium Fin & Tonic event
    • Invitations to complimentary and ticketed events for The Tide for one named adult (option to buy additional tickets)
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  2. Dual Membership - $275

    • Standard 4 Aquarium membership benefits for two named adults and two guest (excluding the two one-time use Simons Theatre movie passes)
    • Four complimentary tickets to an Aquarium Fin & Tonic event
    • Invitations to complimentary and ticketed events for The Tide for two named adults (option to buy additional tickets)
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  3. Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I join The Tide if I’m already a member of the Aquarium?

    If you are already an active Aquarium member, we can easily work with you to adjust your membership if you think The Tide is a better fit!  If applicable, you would simply need to pay the difference from your current membership.  You can also purchase a new Individual or Dual membership to extend your membership for an additional year from your current expiration date.  Please note that benefits may change depending on the level at which you join.  Are you a member of the Navigator or Conservation Society?  Just let us know that you’d also like to be a part of The Tide and we can easily add this on to your Giving Society membership.

    How long is a membership good for?

    A membership is valid for 12 months from the time you purchase it.

    Is my membership tax deductible?

    The New England Aquarium is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and your gift is fully tax deductible tax to the extent allowed by law.

    For more information about The Tide, please contact Keegan Willette at thetide@neaq.org or 617-973-5224.

  4. Leadership Committee

    The Tide is led by a group of dedicated volunteer committee members connecting the Aquarium with our young supporters.

    Jess Bechhofer
    Meg Bor
    Julian Casey
    Joscelyn Chapman
    Jasmine Gale
    Scott MacGrath
    Mark Mangano
    JonPaul McBride
    Vaughan O’Neal
    Caroline Rando
    Schmidt St-Fleur
    Jessica Young

Upcoming Events

To learn more about future events, add your name to our email list and be among the first to find out about these exciting opportunities to mingle and learn more about our blue planet.

  1. Tide members attend the Making Waves with The Tide event on May 3, 2018.

    Making Waves with The Tide

    Thursday, April 30, 2020
    21+ open house event at the Aquarium

  2. Aquarium volunteers cleaning up Quincy Riverwalk

    Spring Restoration Volunteer Project

    Saturday, May 16, 2020
    Details to come!

  3. Cruise with the Tide event July 12, 2018

    Sunset Harbor Cruise

    Thursday, July 30, 2020
    Exclusive for members of The Tide

Past Events

  1. Taza Chocolate logo

    Tide Tuesday: Taza Chocolate Tour, Tasting

    Tuesday, November 19, 2019

  2. couple taking a selfie during Cruise with The Tide 2019

    Cruise with The Tide

    Thursday, August 15, 2019

    Event Recap, Photos

  3. Beach Cleanup and Gathering

    Saturday, June 22, 2019
    Belle Isle Marsh Reservation

    Event Recap, Photos

  1. Additional Past Events

    Making Waves with The Tide, April 11, 2019

    Tide Tuesday: Sustainable Seafood, March 12, 2019

    Tide Talk with Kerstin Forsberg, September 26, 2018

    Cruise with The Tide, July 12, 2018

    Making Waves with The Tide, May 3, 2018

    You’re the Expert, November 9, 2017

    Sunset Harbor Cruise, September 22, 2017

    Fin & Tonic, August 23, 2017

    Brunch with the Tide, July, 16, 2017

The Tide is a community of Aquarium young supporters age 21 and older. It is led by a group of dedicated volunteer committee members connecting the Aquarium with our young supporters.

For more information about The Tide, please contact Keegan Willette at thetide@neaq.org or 617-973-5224.

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  2. young adults enjoy the penguin exhibit
  3. young woman holds cocktail listening to marine mammal presentation
  4. young adults smiling
  5. aquarium educators presenting information about octopuses
  6. a young woman looks into the garden eel exhibit
  7. group enjoys the tidepool touch tank
  8. smiling group in the tent
  9. enjoying the shark and ray touch tank
  10. smiling party attendees
  11. candid shot of revelers in Harbor View Terrace tent
  12. smiling visitors
  13. Tide Tuesday: Sustainable Seafood, March 2019 at EVOO Restaurant
  14. Tide Tuesday: Sustainable Seafood, March 2019 at EVOO Restaurant
  15. Tide Tuesday: Sustainable Seafood, March 2019 at EVOO Restaurant
  16. Tide Tuesday: Sustainable Seafood, March 2019 at EVOO Restaurant
The Aquarium has always been a very special place for me growing up. It played an integral part in my love for everything to do with the ocean. I’m beyond happy to do my part to spread the word about the amazing efforts of the New England Aquarium to preserve the ocean.
- Julian, Founding Committee