Hatfield Marine Science Center

Science center Newport, Oregon, United States
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What to expect

The Hatfield Marine Science Center is a marine science research and education center located next to Yaquina Bay of the Pacific Ocean. It offers a visitor center with public programs and exhibits focused on marine species, marine research, and the coastal environment. The center features a variety of interactive exhibits, including a Giant Pacific octopus, tide-pool creatures, and a submarine. The center also offers activities such as octopus feeding, tidepool feeding, and fossil festivals, making it a great place to visit with family and friends. Additionally, the center has a new housing project to accommodate students and staff, and it hosts various research partnerships and educational programs

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Activities: We visited the Hatfield Marine Science Center, which is another excellent educational choice in Newport. We learned about marine research and conservation

Highlights: The kids loved learning about marine research and conservation. We enjoyed the interactive exhibits and the educational value of the center. It was a great place to learn about the ocean ✨