Name: Aquarium Closed
Start: 2026-09-05T00:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-09-07T23:59:59-04:00

Science Serving Georgia’s Coast

UGA Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant

Improving the environmental, social and economic health of the Georgia coast through research, education and extension.

ANNUAL IMPACT

286

Acres of Coastal Habitat

protected, enhanced or restored

42,388

People Engaged

through aquarium visits and education programs

350

Resource Managers

applied ecosystem-based approaches to managing land and water resources

September 2026
Friday Feedings

Friday, September 4 | 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm Friday Feedings

UGA Marine Education Center And Aquarium 30 Ocean Science Circle, Savannah, GA, United States

Every Friday, guests can witness mealtime in the aquarium as marine educators feed a variety of animals. Learn fascinating facts about their diets, behaviors and feeding techniques while watching marine life enjoy...

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Dock Discovery

Friday, September 4 | 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

UGA Marine Education Center And Aquarium 30 Ocean Science Circle, Savannah, GA, United States

Ever wondered what’s living just beneath your feet along Georgia’s docks? Explore a hidden world by stepping into the role of a marine scientist and investigating the invertebrate community living beneath floating docks...

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$15
Aquarium Closed

Featured Saturday, September 5 - Monday, September 7

The UGA Aquarium will be closed Sat., September 5 - Mon., September 7 for Labor Day weekend.

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