Educator Open House
Educators grades K–12
Applications open Friday, August 7, 2026.
About the program
It's a sleepover! Join us the evening of Saturday, September 26, 2026, for an after-hours exploration of our exhibits and build community with other educators. Take advantage of this opportunity to get up close and be inspired without the crowds! We'll have special events throughout the evening in appreciation of all you do for education. You can come for just the evening, or sleep with the fishes and spend the night with us.
Opportunities
- Go behind the scenes at the Aquarium
- Connect with colleagues
- Enjoy dessert in the exhibits
- Sleep next to your favorite animal
- Wake up to a full catered breakfast in the cafe
- Visit the Aquarium Store before we open
Fees
- None
Eligibility and requirements
- Open only to formal and informal educators
- Limited to 250 participants
- Priority acceptance given to educators who live and/or work in coastal communities of color
How to apply
Applications open Friday, August 7, 2026.
For more information, please email educator@mbayaq.org.
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