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Upcoming events at Sanctuary Exploration Center

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Science Exhibition

Sanctuary Exploration Center

Opens Wednesday at 10:00 AM

At Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Santa Cruz

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🎥Catch the rotating films in the fly-thru theater
🅿️Bring quarters for the nearby metered parking lots
🗓️Submit tour requests at least 15 days in advance

Overlooking Monterey Bay, this center features interactive exhibits on marine ecosystems and conservation. It serves as a hub for learning how to protect the sanctuary while exploring its unique habitats and wildlife.

Interactive marine exhibits
Family-friendly learning
Ocean conservation education
Sustainable architecture

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Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

35 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA

montereybay.noaa.gov

Upcoming events at Sanctuary Exploration Center

Saturday, Nov 21
TEMPLE BLISS: The Music of Yoga with Dayākar Dās & Living Devotion

TEMPLE BLISS: The Music of Yoga with Dayākar Dās & Living Devotion

November 21 at 7:30pm

Santa Cruz

Devotional chanting circle

Book Tickets

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  • Interactive marine exhibits
  • Family-friendly learning
  • Ocean conservation education
  • Sustainable architecture
  • Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
  • Santa Cruz

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