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Public Visitation
Hours Today: Open 10:00am - 3:00pm ClosedLaurena G. Chambers Gift Shop
Hours Today: Open 9:30am - 3:00pmBehind the Scenes Spirit Restoration Tour
Come aboard the Spirit of Dana Point and learn all about her history along with the restoration process. This dockside guided tour will take you into the lives of those who work so relentlessly to keep her sea worthy. Tickets: $25About the Spirit of Dana Point The Spirit of Dana Point is a traditionally built replica of a […]
General Admission
Ocean Institute invites you to join us for General Admission! 10:00AM – 3:00PMOcean Institute’s general admission engages the public with our rotating monthly themes! Our rotating monthly themes allow visitors to keep coming back to discover the ocean’s underwater world with our fun, interactive spaces and activities that indulge curiosity. Explore marine mammal artifacts, interactive […]
Junior Naturalists
Junior NaturalistsJunior Naturalists Calling all Junior Naturalists! Join us for this "Mommy & Me" style program dedicated to exploring your world through song, movement, and your senses. Enjoy new activities each session & expand into a new animal every month! *Please note that parents must participate and attend with their child. This is a "Mommy […]
Junior Naturalists
Junior NaturalistsJunior Naturalists Calling all Junior Naturalists! Join us for this "Mommy & Me" style program dedicated to exploring your world through song, movement, and your senses. Enjoy new activities each session & expand into a new animal every month! *Please note that parents must participate and attend with their child. This is a "Mommy […]
Online Silent Auction: Speakeasy Circus Gala
Dive into our Silent Auction starting March 22nd at noon, and closing March 23rd at 10:00 pm! Join alongside our Speakeasy Circus Gala or participate online from anywhere. From unique experiences to exclusive memorabilia, all are available for your bidding pleasure. Every bid you place, and every donation you make, directly supports the Ocean Institute's […]
Closed for General Admission
We are closed for General Admission. Please navigate back to our calendar for upcoming events.
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Speakeasy Circus Gala
Ocean Institute 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana PointSpeakeasy Circus Gala Saturday March 23, 2024 6:00 pm - 11:00 pmCOME FOR THE SPECTACLE, STAY FOR THE FUN! MESMERIZING CIRCUS PERFORMANCES AND EXPERIENCES, PLATED DINNER, SPECIALITY DRINKS, DANCING, SILENT AUCTION, AND LIVE PROGRAM TO SUPPORT OCEAN INSTITUTE!MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT AND CEO Celebrate the Power of Experience! Ocean Institute has been the iconic entry to […]
Closed for General Admission
We are closed for General Admission. Please navigate back to our calendar for upcoming events.
General Admission
Ocean Institute invites you to join us for General Admission! 10:00AM – 3:00PMOcean Institute’s general admission engages the public with our rotating monthly themes! Our rotating monthly themes allow visitors to keep coming back to discover the ocean’s underwater world with our fun, interactive spaces and activities that indulge curiosity. Explore marine mammal artifacts, interactive […]
Junior Naturalists
Junior NaturalistsJunior Naturalists Calling all Junior Naturalists! Join us for this "Mommy & Me" style program dedicated to exploring your world through song, movement, and your senses. Enjoy new activities each session & expand into a new animal every month! *Please note that parents must participate and attend with their child. This is a "Mommy […]
Junior Naturalists
Junior NaturalistsJunior Naturalists Calling all Junior Naturalists! Join us for this "Mommy & Me" style program dedicated to exploring your world through song, movement, and your senses. Enjoy new activities each session & expand into a new animal every month! *Please note that parents must participate and attend with their child. This is a "Mommy […]