Welcome!
Come touch a friendly shark, see how marine scientists work, and take in the spectacular Monterey Bay. Our exhibit hall offers a deeper dive into the adventure of ocean research here in Santa Cruz and around the world.
Visit us and explore the fascinating world of marine science and conservation. We look forward
to meeting you!
The Seymour Marine Discovery Center is a community-supported marine science education center of the University of California, Santa Cruz.
Spotlight!
GLOBAL OCEANS GALA
March 23, 2019
The community is cordially invited to the 2019 Global Oceans Gala honoring John Laird. RSVP.
THANK YOU, MEMBERS!
March is member appreciation month! Whether you’re a current, renewing, or new member, we’ve got a way to say, “Thank you!” Learn more.
OCEAN EXPLORERS
Apply Today!
Summer camp information and applications are now online. Applications due Thursday, March 14, 2019 by 5 PM.
SCIENCE SUNDAY
March 17, 2019
1:30–2:30 PM
Join us for our upcoming Science Sunday, “Sea Star Wasting Syndrome: An Unfolding Story.”
BECOME AN EXHIBIT GUIDE VOLUNTEER
Apply by May 5, 2019
Make a difference for the ocean and join our team of exhibit guide volunteers. Apply today!
ENVIROTOKEN
Now through June 2019
Bring your own bag when you shop at New Leaf’s westside Santa Cruz location and receive an Envirotoken worth 10-cents that you can donate to the Seymour Center.
