Image credit: James Di Loreto, Smithsonian

FREE ticketed event

Celebrate World Ocean Day at the National Museum of Natural History and explore how your family can help keep our ocean plastic-free with activities for kids of all ages and their adults.

• Connect. Experience the ocean's countless possibilities and see how your family is directly connected to the ocean.
• Dive in. Test your ocean skills through interactive, hands-on activities.
• Talk to ocean experts. Meet scientists and community leaders, hear about local, positive ocean stories, and learn about possible careers.
• Make a difference. Discover easy family choices that can have a big impact on keeping our ocean plastic-free.
  

Accessibility Information

The National Museum of Natural History is committed to providing inclusive experiences for all audiences. Please contact 202-633-3611 or email NMNHAccessibility@si.edu for access services. To view and print a map with accessible entrances, curb cuts, designated parking, and more for Smithsonian facilities on the National Mall, please download the Accessibility Map here. 

If you would like to have a sign language interpreter or real-time captioning (CART), you should call (202) 633-3611 or send an e-mail to NMNHAccessibility@si.edu. Please allow time to schedule the request by contacting the Accessbility Office at least 2 weeks prior to the program. We will do our best to accomodate last-minute requests.