classes, Labs & tours
AUDITORIUM PROGRAMS
Our Auditorium programs are great for large groups up to 150 and give students an opportunity to pause in their Aquarium explorations and engage in learning about specific topics.
TOURS
Join us behind the scenes for a fascinating glimpse at the inner workings of Adventure Aquarium.
CLASSROOM AND LAB PROGRAMS
Our hands-on classroom and lab programs are aligned with Common Core Curriculum Standards and Next Generation Science Standards.
Auditorium programs
Our Auditorium programs are great for large groups up to 150 and give students an opportunity to pause in their Aquarium explorations and engage in learning about specific topics.
Conservation Champions (live animal program)
Length: 30 minutes
Age: Great for all ages, especially 1st-4th grades
Description: Students meet 3 live animals, learn about threats to their habitats and ways that they can help become a champion for wildlife!
Sharks: Truth or Fiction
Length: 30 minutes
Age: Great for 4th-8th grades
Description: Students will participate in a shark trivia game, learn about shark biology, and have the opportunity to see and touch shark biofacts (jaws and teeth). Great for 4th-8th grades.
Tours
Join us behind the scenes for a fascinating glimpse at the inner workings of Adventure Aquarium.
Note: Tours visit areas not open to the general public and require participants to climb one flight of stairs and walk and stand on wet and uneven floors. Tours are not accessible to wheelchair users and may be difficult for individuals who require other mobility assistance devices. Group sizes/capacities may be subject to change.
Top of the Tank Tour
Length: 30 minutes
Age: 4th - 8th grade
Group size: 20 max
Take a behind the scenes tour of the Ocean Realm exhibit, home to sharks, fish, and sea turtles. This tour covers animal care, biology, conservation, and stories about our famous and beloved animal ambassadors. Ideal for 4th-8th grades. A version of this tour is available for college students and adult groups as well. Contact us here for more information.
Behind the Scenes Tour
Length: 45 minutes
Age: 9th grade and up
Group size: 20 max
This tour focuses on animal care and careers at the aquarium. Groups tour behind the scenes to experience a “day in the life” of an aquarium biologist. Tour areas are subject to change, but may include fish holding, central engineering, the water quality lab, and the food prep area. This tour also visits the top of the Ocean Realm exhibit. Great for high school, college, and adult groups.
Classroom and Lab Programs
Our hands-on classroom and lab programs are aligned with Common Core Curriculum Standards and Next Generation Science Standards. Whether you’re studying habitats or adaptations, these programs will enrich your students’ experience at Adventure Aquarium and create advocates for the environment.
If you do not see a program that interests you, we are happy to design a program, especially for your class. For information about this special service, or if you would like more detailed information about any of our educational offerings, please call 856-361-1023 or contact us here. Custom programs will be priced higher than standard programs.
Program |
Description |
Time |
Age |
Live Animal |
Sea Senses |
Students learn about a variety of ocean animals and compare animal senses with the 5 human senses. 1-2 live animals are a part of this program, 1 animal is touchable. |
30 min |
Pre-K – K, and groups who would like a more fundamental, interactive program |
x |
Animal Wrappers |
What keeps animals safe and protected from the elements? We explore different adaptations (scales, feathers, and fur) and how animals use them to stay alive. 2-3 live animals are a part of this program, 1 animal is touchable. |
30 min |
Pre-K – 1st grade |
x |
Penguin Fun |
Students will learn what it’s like to be a penguin, searching for food, escaping predators, and raising young. Students will be able to touch biofacts (feathers and fur), but there are NO LIVE ANIMALS in this class |
30 min |
K-1st grade |
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Conservation Champions |
Students meet 3 live animals, learn about threats to their habitats and ways that they can help. Become a champion for wildlife! Great for all ages, especially 1st-4th grades. |
30 min |
All ages |
x |
Sharks: Truth or Fiction |
Students will participate in a shark trivia game, learn shark biology facts, and see and touch shark biofacts (real jaws and teeth). |
30 min |
3rd-8th grade |
|
Marine Debris |
With a focus on types of plastic and recyclables, students in this interactive class will build a timeline to figure out how long it takes for items to break down in the environment, and what effect this process has on animal habitats. |
30 min |
3rd-5th grade |
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Endangered at Adventure |
Students will learn about the process for determining endangered species, and the threats facing of some species housed at Adventure Aquarium. Students will meet a live terrapin, a New Jersey endangered species. (Note, animals are not touchable). |
30 min |
5th-8th grade |
x |
Adaptations for Reptiles |
Students explore reptile adaptations and how reptiles can survive in many different environments. 3 live reptiles will be featured (Note, animals are not touchable). |
30 min |
2nd-8th grade |
x |
Aquarium Careers |
Students interested in a career working with animals as a keeper, trainer, biologist, or veterinary staffer will gain insight into aquarium careers. This class will cover education, career outlook, and daily projects and duties in the aquarium field. |
30 min |
8th-12th grade |
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Water Quality Lab |
Students will perform lab tests on water samples from aquarium exhibits and learn about water chemistry and how aquariums keep their animal ambassadors healthy |
45 min |
9th-12th grade |
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