*Animal feeds     *Free Programming


Zooming in on Zooplankton

9:30 – 9:45 a.m.
Touch Pools (Upstairs Near Microscope)
Observe the tiny animals and plants that form the foundation of the ocean food web right outside our doors!

Seabird Exploration Station

10:15 – 10:30 a.m.
Rocky Coast (Upstairs)
Dive into seabird adaptations, experience how our scientists work with our seabirds, and learn how you can become a better birder

Avian Chat

10:30 – 10:45 a.m.
Aviary (Upstairs)
Hear from our avian team about the care and expertise that goes into supporting the health and well-being of every bird at the Center.

Mammal Feeding Session

11 a.m. 
Seal or Sea Lion Habitat (Upstairs)

Bones in Motion Exploration Station

11:15 – 11:30 a.m.
Rocky Coast (Upstairs)
“The arm bone’s connected to the …” Discover how our bones connect us to seabirds, seals, sea lions, and more!

Salmon Feed

11:30 a.m. 
Salmon Exhibit (Upstairs)

Sharks of Alaska

12:15 – 12:30 p.m. 
Underwater Viewing (Science Area)
Learn about the sharks that cruise Alaska’s waters, and explore emerging research on the elusive Pacific Sleeper Shark

Chiswell Chat

12:30 – 12:45 p.m.
Underwater viewing by Chiswell TV
Meet with a member of the Chiswell research team, which has studied the Chiswell Steller sea lion rookery through remote cameras for over 25 years

Ice, Ice Maybe

1:15 – 1:30 p.m. 
Underwater viewing (near skate exhibit)
Walrus, seals, and eiders, Oh my! Join us as we examine how different species (including humans) depend on these environments.

Sea-ing Stars

1:45 – 2 p.m.
Touch Pools (Upstairs)
Hear about the fascinating world of sunflower sea stars, including their critical role in marine ecosystems and how the Alaska SeaLife Center is contributing to conservation efforts.

Vet Chat

2  – 2:15 p.m.
Research Theater
Get an inside look at the exceptional daily care our animals receive, directly from our dedicated veterinary team

Mammal Feeding Session

2:30 p.m. 
Seal or Sea Lion Habitat (Upstairs)

Bones in Motion Exploration Station

2:45 – 3 p.m. 
Rocky Coast (Upstairs)
“The arm bone’s connected to the …” Discover how our bones connect us to seabirds, seals, sea lions, and more!

Zooming in on Zooplankton

3:30 – 3:45 a.m.
Touch Pools (Upstairs Near Microscope)
Observe the tiny animals and plants that form the foundation of the ocean food web right outside our doors!

Sea-ing Stars

4:15 – 4:30 p.m.
Touch Pools (Upstairs)
Hear about the fascinating world of sunflower sea stars, including their critical role in marine ecosystems and how the Alaska SeaLife Center is contributing to conservation efforts.

Seabird Exploration Station

4:45 – 5 p.m.
Rocky Coast (Upstairs)
Dive into seabird adaptations, experience how our scientists work with our seabirds, and learn how you can become a better birder

Avian Feed

5 p.m. 
Aviary (Upstairs)

Sharks of Alaska

5:15 – 5:30 p.m.
Underwater Viewing (Science Area)
Learn about the sharks that cruise Alaska’s waters, and explore emerging research on the elusive Pacific Sleeper Shark.