World Ocean Day, held annually on June 8, aims to raise awareness of the impact of human actions on the ocean, as well as mobilize and unite the world’s population in support for the sustainable management of the world's ocean.  

The Maritime Aquarium is expanding this day with our World OceansWeek celebration! Here are just some of the fun festivities we have planned:


Sippin' for the Mission

Wednesday, June 7 | 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Join us for a special after-hours event in support of our mission! Explore the Aquarium while enjoying beer tastings from our friends at Two Roads Brewery, as well as small bites and hors d’oeuvres. Plus, get up close to some of your favorite Aquarium residents during special animal encounters. This event is exclusively open to adults 21 and over. 

Click Here to Purchase Tickets


Hands-On Art Activity

Thursday, June 8  

Local artists and activists will be joining us on World Ocean Day for a special hands-on activity! Guests can assist in creating a new ocean-themed art installation from discarded plastic while learning about the Aquarium’s conservation efforts and how they can help combat plastic pollution. This activity is free with Aquarium admission. Once Thursday's building of this unique installation is finished, it will remain on display at the Aquarium through Sunday, June 11.


Travel the Ocean with a TMA Passport

Saturday, June 10 & Sunday, June 11 

This family-friendly activity will have guests traveling around the globe for the chance to win awesome prizes! First, pick up a special passport at our Passport Control Booth at the entrance into Newman’s Own Hall. The journey then continues around the Aquarium to special activity stations that represent each of the earth’s five ocean basins – Atlantic, Pacific, Indian, Arctic, and Southern. After collecting stamps at each of the stations, drop your passport off at the designated spot for a chance to win fun prizes during daily drawings. This activity is free with Aquarium admission. 


Our Pledge. Our Ocean.

June 5 - 11 

Guests of all ages can take action by signing a pledge in support of the global commitment to protect 30% of our blue planet by 2030 – also known as the 30x30 pledge!

Click Here to Add Your Name

Our Mission

Mission: The Maritime Aquarium inspires people of all ages to appreciate and protect the Long Island Sound ecosystem and the global environment through living exhibits, marine science, and environmental education.


Contact Us

Open Daily 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Phone: (203) 852-0700

10 North Water Street
Norwalk, CT 06854

Directions Contact Us