Puget Sound Estuarium

About the Estuarium

The Estuarium is a marine life discovery center featuring aquariums, interactive activities, and interpretive exhibits. Outside our facility, we can be found on local docks and beaches connecting people of all ages to our delicate and vibrant estuarine ecosystem. The Estuarium also provides K-12 education resources and field trips to local schools. Our volunteer program offers unique hands on opportunities to explore intertidal life and inspire community members to take better care of our shared natural resources.

Visit us!
Our facility is home to live estuary animals, exhibits, specimens and more! Stop by during the weekend to connect with our staff and volunteers and explore Salish Sea education. You can also reserve a private tour of the Estuarium, or request a private Meet the Beach or Pier Peer event by contacting our staff.

Our Story
The Puget Sound Estuarium was founded by the South Sound Estuary Association (SSEA) in 2007.

We encourage community members to EXPLORE animals and plants in their local estuaries, where freshwater and saltwater meet. We CONNECT people of all ages to what is unique about this delicate, vibrant ecosystem. Our educational opportunities INSPIRE individuals to take better care of our shared natural resources.