Event Calendar
May 2025
Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tours
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at the UGA Aquarium? You are in luck! Spend the afternoon exploring our exhibits before learning what it is like to care for our ambassador animals during tours led by…
Find out more »Estuary Explorations
Grab your sense of adventure and come explore Georgia’s beautiful coastal rivers and sounds. Travel by boat to witness the rich diversity of coastal Georgia’s habitats. We may see ospreys fishing, bald eagles nesting or dolphins spy hopping! You never…
Find out more »June 2025
Turtle Tuesdays
Every Tuesday throughout June and July, visitors to the UGA Aquarium will have special opportunities to see our ambassador turtles up close during feeding, sunning, or soaking sessions! Get a special look at animal husbandry in action as our diamondback…
Find out more »Creature Feature
Every Wednesday throughout June and July, join aquarium staff for a 30-minute show-and-tell program featuring live animals such as horseshoe crabs, snakes or sea stars! Creature Feature programs will take place at our covered pavilion adjacent to the aquarium on…
Find out more »Behind-the-Scenes Aquarium Tours
Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at the UGA Aquarium? You’re in luck! Spend the afternoon exploring our exhibits before learning what it’s like to care for our ambassador animals during tours led by aquarium staff. Participants will…
Find out more »Forest Stroll
On Thursdays throughout June and July, you're invited for a leisurely stroll through maritime forest on the aquarium’s Jay Wolf Nature Trail. Education staff will share fun facts about coastal plants, animals and historical landmarks along the way. This program…
Find out more »Headlines
- Experience the Georgia coast this summer with Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant
- ‘Griot’s Garden’ podcast unearths stories from Sapelo
- Study highlights the economic benefits of Georgia’s artificial reefs
- Conference will focus on growth and innovation of sustainable aquaculture
- Three individuals recognized for outstanding contributions to the coast
- Public comments sought for Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant review
- Recognizing excellence: 2024 award winners at Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant
Student Blog
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Communicating conservation: How coastal life changed my perspective on science
My name is Zoë Stalham. I am an undergraduate student studying marine biology at Queen’s University Belfast. Over the past year, I’ve had the incredible opportunity to work as a International Fellow in coastal Georgia with Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant. A year ago, I couldn’t have told you what a barrier island was — let alone imagined that…Continue reading »