Depicting the rocky coast of Maine, the Maine State aquarium serves to foster an appreciation for the Gulf of Maine, its species, and resource conservation by connecting research and education.
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- Location:
- West Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04575
- Phone:
- (207) 633-9559
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- Flying Santa 2009
Burnt Island Lighthouse
Today, December 5 at 11:00am - Careers in Marine Science Day
Maine State Department of Marine Re...
Wednesday, December 9 at 9:00am
Maine State Aquarium
Maine State Aquarium Want to learn more about Gulf of Maine marine life- like the species at the aquarium? Check out this fantastic video!
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Bordered on the east by Europe and the northern regions of Africa and on the west by the East Coast of the U.S., the North Atlantic Ocean is a vast marine biome teeming with life. Get a closer look at the creatures of the North Atlantic in this video.
Maine State Aquarium Check out our new WEBMERCIAL and tell us what you think! This is going to get posted on several sites in hopes of getting our name out there!
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Maine State Aquarium wants to know if you have any high school students in your life who might be interested in a marine science career? We are hosting our annual Marine Science Career Day in December for Maine students who want to get a closer look at what it takes to be a marine scientist or aquarium staff member!
Time:9:00AM Wednesday, December 9th
Location:Maine State Department of Marine Resources
Maine State Aquarium wants to share our upcoming event with you- our yearly Flying Santa fun! Join Santa at one of Maine's beautiful lighthouse islands as he decends from a helicopter for a pre-Christmas hello celebrating the history and significance of lighthouse living. FOr more information go to www.flyingsanta.com and check out the Bur...nt Island Commemorative Harbor Light Collectible!
Join Santa at Maine's oldest lighthouse!
Time:11:00AM Saturday, December 5th
Location:Burnt Island Lighthouse
Maine State Aquarium things are eerily quiet at the Aquarium these days! Now it's time to start looking for new staff and start planning our winter events and travels. We'll keep you posted!
Maine State Aquarium COme see what else the aquarium has to offer! Participate in our daily presentations, a special course during our Summer Science Festival or learn more about Maine's marine resource management and conservation during one of our laboratory tours! Not enough? COme visit our 5-acre island for a real special treat!
Maine State Aquarium We couldn't do it without our enthusiastic, passionate, and dedicated core of volunteers and staff members! Every year we have a new team of qualified individuals who keep us going and remind us why it is important to inspire interest in our oceans...
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Maine State Aquarium Hatched a little early- this skate gives us a chance to look more closely at a developing baby skate- and take a peek at it's egg yolk.
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Maine State Aquarium A closer look at a developing baby skate inside the protective casing called a "mermaid's purse." Look at how it is attached to the yolk- which it uses to get nourishment for the 9-11 months it spends growing inside.
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Maine State Aquarium Some videos for you to check out- taken with our ROV (remotely controlled vehicle)!
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Maine State Aquarium Thank you everyone for a fantastic season! We had a great time this year, and we hope you did too! We are now closed for the year- but keep looking for updates on our whereabouts and activities over the winter until we see you again next May!
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