Join our trainers for an exclusive inside-the-exhibit visit with the Atlantic harbor seals!
Meet and Greet: Atlantic Harbor Seals
Join our trainers for an exclusive inside-the-exhibit visit with the Atlantic harbor seals!
Learn more about these fascinating marine mammals, get a first-hand look at how we care for the Atlantic harbor seals at the Aquarium, and discover how you can support the conservation of this incredible species. Enjoy interacting with the seals by participating in a training session where you will learn about the biology of the animals and how we communicate with them. You’ll also have an opportunity to ask the harbor seals for behaviors like waving, spinning, and dancing—and you could even receive a kiss! There will also be plenty of time to answer any questions you might have about these amazing animals.
Encounter Details:
- Maximum of four guests.
- Minimum age of seven. Guests between the ages of seven and 10 must be accompanied by a paid adult.
- Program offered daily at 3:15 p.m.
- Program length is 30 minutes. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of your program.
- Handicap accessible options are available.
- Please share any special needs with our reservations department when booking the interaction.
- Pricing: $150 Non-members (not including Aquarium admission) / $135 Members
Make Art with Atlantic Harbor Seals
Join our trainers for an exclusive inside-the-exhibit visit and art-making session with the Atlantic harbor seals, and receive a one-of-a-kind painting made by a seal!
Learn more about these fascinating marine mammals, get a first-hand look at how we care for the Atlantic harbor seals at the Aquarium, and discover how you can support the conservation of this incredible species. Enjoy interacting with the seals by participating in a training session where you will learn about the biology of the animals and how we communicate with them. You’ll also have an opportunity to ask the harbor seals for behaviors like waving, spinning, and dancing—and you could even receive a kiss! During the session, you will also choose up to four paint colors for a custom work of art made by one of our harbor seals, which will be yours to take home. There will also be plenty of time to answer any questions you might have about these amazing animals.
Encounter Details:
- Maximum of four guests.
- Max of one group reservation.
- Minimum age of seven. Guests between the ages of seven and 10 must be accompanied by a paid adult.
- Program offered daily at 3:15 p.m.
- Program length is 30 minutes. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of your program.
- Handicap accessible options are available.
- Please share any special needs with our reservations department when booking the interaction.
- The party will receive one large 11”x14” painting which will be matted for the guests after the program.
- Pricing: $225 Non-members (not including Aquarium admission) / $200 Members
To book this encounter, call Aquarium Reservations at 617-973-5206 from 9:00 a.m.—4:30 p.m.
Virtual Animal Encounters
Penguin Colony and Giant Ocean Tank
Can’t make it to Boston? Enjoy extraordinary animal experiences from afar! While streaming live from the New England Aquarium, our aquarists and trainers will share fascinating facts about our animals and answer any questions you have. Available year-round.