Mystic Aquarium & Institute for Exploration

Ages 2-5
(Children must be accompanied by a paid adult)
Bring the little elf in your life for a morning of jolly fun with the man in red, Santa!  This program occurs before we open to the public; it’s a great way to experience the Aquarium without the crowds.  The morning will include a variety of fun winter themed crafts, activities, breakfast goodies and of course a visit and pictures with Santa.  What better way to celebrate the upcoming holidays than a morning filled with fun for you and your little one?
Pre-registration is required. 
Schedule: Friday, December 4, 8:30am -10:00am
Cost:  Members: $12 adult, $8 child; Non-members: $15 adult, $10 child

Ages 3 to 5

Does your little one love learning about sea life and marine biology? If so, Sea School is the perfect program for your little “sponge”. The 8 week (16 class) sessions offer preschoolers a unique opportunity to experience the exciting world of marine life.  Each two hour class has children using their imagination, interacting with peers, and participating in projects designed to develop a variety of skills.  The program serves as a first taste of what school will be like, but is also a great enrichment program for youngsters already enrolled in a preschool.   

Schedule:

• Mondays and Wednesdays 9:15am-11:15am or 1:00pm-3:00pm OR
• Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:15am-11:15am or 1:00pm – 3:00pm

Cost:

• Members: $350, 2 children $600
• Non-members: $400, 2 children $650

Start dates for up-coming Sea School sessions:

• September 14, November 16, January 4 

*  The session that begins November 16 is a 4 week, 8 class, mini session for half the regular cost. 

Ages newborn through 3 year old's (with a caregiver)

Explore, learn and spend some quality play time with your child in our Mommy (or Daddy!) and Me class. The 60 minute program takes place in our early childhood classroom, specifically designed to provide a safe and stimulating atmosphere for young children. Classes revolve around sea life themes, and each class includes story time, music, dancing and time for parents or caregivers to interact with their children as they explore and play.

Schedule:  Fridays 10:15am-11:15am
Note: Advance registration is required.

Program Cost:
One class rate:
Members: $20 for 1 adult and 1 child; Non-members: $25 for 1 adult and 1 child
Buy a multi class package and save!  Classes may be taken anytime within one year of the purchase of the card.
5 class package (a $20 savings off of the per class rate):
Members: $80 for 1 adult and 1 child, Non-members: $105 for 1 adult and 1 child
10 class card (a $60 savings off of the per class rate): Members: $140, Non-members: $190
$10 for each additional child, or adult.

Siblings ages 0-6 months are welcome for free. Pre-registration is required; 24 hour cancellation policy.

Please note: these are program fees only and do not include admission.  Non-members are required to pay regular admission rates in order to enter the aquarium.